Genes, Vol. 15, Pages 295: Lignin Biosynthesis and Its Diversified Roles in Disease Resistance

Genes, Vol. 15, Pages 295: Lignin Biosynthesis and Its Diversified Roles in Disease Resistance
Genes doi: 10.3390/genes15030295
Authors:
Qing-Hu Ma

Lignin is complex, three-dimensional biopolymer existing in plant cell wall. Lignin biosynthesis is increasingly highlighted because it is closely related to the wide applications in agriculture and industry productions, including in pulping process, forage digestibility, bio-fuel, and carbon sequestration. The functions of lignin in planta have also attracted more attentions recently, particularly in plant defense response against different pathogens. In this brief review, the progress in lignin biosynthesis is discussed, and the lignin’s role in disease resistance are thoroughly elucidated. This issue will help in developing broad-spectrum resistant crops in agriculture.

Source: Genes - February 25, 2024 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Qing-Hu Ma Tags: Review Source Type: research