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Proposed mechanisms can be grouped into the “exceptional trait” and “ecosystem modification” hypotheses. Using the framework of these hypotheses, this study aimed to understand how an ectomycorrhizal tree species, Oreomunnea mexicana, achieves high abundance. The study assessed soil properties along with species composition using a paired plot design consisting of mixed forest and nearby Oreomunnea-dominated forest sampled at four sites in montane forest in western Panama. We found support for the “ecosystem modification” hypothesis as Oreomunnea-dominated stands mostly differed in soil properties from mixed forest stands that shared the same soil parent material. Alterations to soil conditions via a positive plant-soil feedback were also associated with differences in the composition of the subordinate tree species community. 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