Coloring nodes by tip label attribute in figtree

Question

[StarCute]

I have a phylogenetic tree composed of 1,000 or so sequences and am wanting to color each node based on a tip label attribute. I understand that Figtree allows users to input an annotation file to facilitate this process, but I am unable to locate the documentation to accomplish this.

For example, if I have a tip label of the form: MG280328/Common_Goldeneye/Anatidae/Anseriformes/USA/2016/H1N3/NAM, how can I structure the annotation file in order to color the node by bird order (e.g., Anseriformes)? Thanks for your input.

Answer 1

[karthic]

Hi,

Why dont you try itol [https://itol.embl.de/], it is easy and you can choose whatever color you want,

KK