Shortened co-growth durations enhance wheat phosphorus uptake and rhizosphere available phosphorus depletion under phosphorus limitation, but not in faba bean

Key Points

• Wheat showed improved phosphorus uptake with shorter co-growth durations, highlighting its adaptive response to nutrient limitation.
• Under phosphorus limitation, wheat's rhizosphere available phosphorus levels were significantly depleted compared to faba bean.
• Analysis focused on the impact of co-growth durations on phosphorus dynamics in varying crop species under specific nutrient conditions.
• Results imply that adjusting growth strategies may enhance nutrient acquisition in wheat during phosphorus scarcity.