Spatial stability of photosynthetic and optical traits in common bean leaves under moderate drought revealed by imaging-based phenotyping

Key Points

• Photosynthetic traits remained stable under moderate drought conditions, indicating resilience in common beans.
• Optical traits exhibited consistent patterns during imaging-based phenotyping, supporting their reliability as biomarkers.
• Analysis utilizing advanced imaging methods showed how common bean leaves adapt to drought stress effectively.
• Findings highlight the importance of phenotyping in understanding plant responses to environmental stressors.