This dataset is part of a research project that aims to study how bark and wood traits shape species ecological strategies at the seedling stage in four tropical forests in Colombia. These forests are located in the municipalities of Jabiru (Tolima), Cotove (Antioquia), Colorados (Bolivar) and Tyrona (Magdalena). Detailed information on the location of these forests can be found in: https://doi.org/10.1111/ele.13659
