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  • To explore the co-occurrence patterns of microbial taxa and plant traits.

Main Methods:

  • A common garden experiment was conducted with six spruce (Picea spp.) tree species.
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  • Plant phenotypic characters (e.g., leaf traits, physiological rates) were measured.

Main Results:

  • Significant correlations were found between bacterial/archaeal and fungal communities and various host plant phenotypic characters.
  • Plant phenotypic characters, including leaf traits and physiological measurements, were significantly associated with microbial diversity and composition.
  • Specific microbial taxa showed distinct co-occurrence patterns with plant traits.

Conclusions:

  • Plant genotype influences its microbiota by driving the development of specific plant phenotypes.
  • Plant phenotypic traits play a crucial role in structuring the plant-associated microbial communities.
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