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Plant roots can select for certain microbial species from soil microbiome and interact with them. As a consequence, the structure (or composition) of root-associated microbiome (here after referred to as rhizobiome) is significantly different from that of soil microbiome. Although, it is widely accepted that rhizobiome positively influences plant growth and health, relatively less is known about its complete structure and function. High-resolution and large-scale studies are essential to unravel the structure and function of rhizobiome. Moreover, identification of “core rhizobiome” or “heritable rhizobiome” of different crop plants is a top priority for accelerating translational research toward improving crop productivity in an environmentally sustainable manner. Here, I summarize information about the structure and function of various rhizobiomes that is recently made available using culture-independent technologies. I also review the factors that regulate composition of rhizobiome. Specifically, I discuss the role of root exudates and plant immune system in shaping rhizobiome. |
