Arthropod-associated plant effectors
- Pronunciation
- /ar-throh-pod-uh-so-see-ay-ted plant ef-ek-torz/
- Category
- Plant Defense
- Singular
- Arthropod-associated plant effector
- Plural
- Arthropod-associated plant effectors
Definition
Substances that either negatively or positively alter a plant's response to attack by arthropods.
Etymology
From the Greek 'arthron' meaning 'joint' and 'pous' meaning 'foot', and 'plant effectors' indicating their influence on plant responses.
Example
AAPEs can enhance a plant's resistance to herbivory by triggering defense mechanisms.
Related Terms
- Elicitors
- Suppressors
- Defense response
- Herbivore
Usage Notes
The term AAPEs encompasses both elicitors and suppressors, highlighting the diverse ways arthropods can manipulate plant defenses.