Phytotoxin

Phytotoxins and their involvement in plant diseases. Introduction

: Secreted by fungi or bacteria to damage plant tissue, often resulting in symptoms like wilting, chlorosis (yellowing), or necrosis (tissue death). Host-Specific (HST) : Affect only specific plant genotypes. phytotoxin

: Used in plant-plant interactions to inhibit the growth of neighboring competitors. Phytotoxins and their involvement in plant diseases

Humans and animals can be exposed to phytotoxins through direct physical contact or by consuming contaminated food and water. often resulting in symptoms like wilting

: Affect a broad range of plant species.