Phytoecdysones

Definition

Plant-derived ecdysteroids, which are compounds similar to the molting hormones found in insects and other arthropods.

Etymology

From Greek 'phyto-', meaning 'plant', and 'ecdysone', a hormone involved in insect molting.

Example

Phytoecdysones are thought to play a role in regulating plant growth and defense against herbivores.

Related Terms

• Ecdysteroids
• Plants
• Hormones
• Plant defense