A diverse and distinct microbiome inside living trees
Wyatt Arnold, Jonathan Gewirtzman, Peter A. Raymond, Marlyse C. Duguid, Craig R. Brodersen, Cade Brown, Naomi Norbraten, Qespi T’ika Vizcarra Wood, Mark A. Bradford, Jordan Peccia
The paper explores the microbiome within living trees, revealing distinct microbial communities in heartwood and sapwood, and highlights their ecological significance.
Nature · Aug 6, 2025Peer-reviewedEcology