Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
5166114 Phytochemistry 2011 7 Pages PDF
Abstract
► Pith cell walls may play a role as a maize defense mechanism against corn borers. ► Resistant genotypes had higher concentrations of total cell wall material. ► Resistant genotypes had higher concentrations of xylose and 8-O-4 diferulate esters. ► Damage data were negatively correlated with the concentrations of some hydroxycinnamates.
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