| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5167542 | Phytochemistry | 2007 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Germination of orchid seeds fully depends on a symbiotic association with soil-borne fungi. In contrast to the peaceful symbiotic associations between other plants and mycorrhizal fungi, this association is a life-and-death struggle. Germinating seeds of an orchid (Cypripedium macranthos var. rebunense) produce lusianthrin to regulate the growth of fungi and prevail in this struggle.
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Authors
Hanako Shimura, Mayumi Matsuura, Noboru Takada, Yasunori Koda,