A comprehensive platform for desert plant-associated prokaryotic genomes.The Darwin 21 Genome database is one of the largest and most diverse collections of endophytic bacteria from desert plants.It captures microbial diversity from inland deserts, mountain wadis, coastal mangroves, and date palm oases across Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Pakistan.The resource includes whole-genome sequences for more than 530 bacterial isolates, representing a wide range of taxa and plant hosts.

By integrating genomic data with rich ecological metadata, DARWIN21 enables advanced exploration of microbial ecology, stress-adaptation strategies, and plant growth promoting gene discovery. This platform supports translational research to develop genome-informed microbial inoculants that can improve crop resilience, nutrient use efficiency, and productivity in saline and drought-prone environments. The information of database will serves as a bridge between fundamental science and sustainable agriculture in arid regions.