Metabolic potential of endophytic bacteria

- Endophytes are a source of a plethora of biologically active substances.
- Endophyte-associated metabolites may be needed for the interaction with the plant.
- Some metabolites are produced jointly by plant and endophytes.
- Endophytes may stimulate or alter metabolite production by the plant.
- Metabolite functions include signalling and communication, nutrient acquisition and defense.