Author:
Wilson S. K.,Pretorius T.,Naidoo S.
Abstract
Abstract
Background
The complex systemic responses of tree species to fight pathogen infection necessitate attention due to the potential for yield protection in forestry.
Results
In this paper, both the localized and systemic responses of model plants, such as Arabidopsis and tobacco, are reviewed. These responses were compared to information available that investigates similar responses in woody plant species and their key differences were highlighted. In addition, tree-specific responses that have been documented were summarised, with the critical responses still relying on certain systemic acquired resistance pathways. Importantly, coniferous species have been shown to utilise phenolic compounds in their immune responses. Here we also highlight the lack of focus on systemic induced susceptibility in trees, which can be important to forest health.
Conclusions
This review highlights the possible mechanisms of systemic response to infection in woody plant species, their potential applications, and where research may be best focused in future.
Funder
National Research Foundation of South Africa
Department of Science and Innovation
Technology Innovation Agency, South Africa
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Cited by
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