Metabarcoding data: Full-length 16S rRNA sequence of endophytic bacteria in the root of asymptomatic and blast-symptomatic rice plants (Oryza sativa, L.)

Key Points

• Asymptomatic rice plants host diverse endophytic bacteria compared to blast-symptomatic plants, indicating potential protective roles.
• The analysis uncovered distinct 16S rRNA sequences in bacteria from both plant types, yielding insights into gut microbiome diversity.
• This metabarcoding study employed full-length 16S rRNA sequencing to assess bacterial communities in rice roots over a growing season.
• These findings highlight the importance of understanding microbial interactions for improving rice plant health and disease resistance.