Who will win the fight ?Interactions between xylem-specialized phytopathogenic bacteria and the xylem-endophytes: case-study of Brenneria salicis and Xylella fastidiosa in Salicaceae

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• Interactions between Brenneria salicis and Xylella fastidiosa reveal complexities within xylem ecosystems.
• The study emphasizes the role of endophytes in influencing phytopathogenic bacteria behavior and impact.
• Analysis on xylem-specialized bacteria provides insights for managing plant health and resilience strategies.
• Findings underline the necessity of further research on xylem interactions for ecological understanding.