Plants host a mesmerizing diversity of microbes inside and around their roots, known as the
microbiome. The microbiome is composed mostly of fungi, bacteria, oomycetes, and …

Accurate information about the quantity, quality and spatiotemporal dynamics of metabolite
release from plant roots is vital to understanding the functional significance of root exudates …

Soil communities are diverse taxonomically and functionally. This ecosystem experiences
highly complex networks of interactions, but may also present functionally independent …

Plant membrane transporters controlling metabolite distribution contribute key agronomic
traits,,,,–. To eliminate anti-nutritional factors in edible parts of crops, the mutation of …

Plants are rich repository of a large number of chemical compounds collectively referred to
as specialized metabolites. These compounds are of importance for adaptive processes …

Fruit taste is determined by sugars, acids and in some species, bitter chemicals. Attraction of
seed-dispersing organisms in nature and breeding for consumer preferences requires …

Phenylpropanoids fulfill numerous physiological functions, essential for plant growth and
development, as well as plant–environment interactions. Over the last few decades, many …

Plants serve as rich repositories of diverse chemical compounds collectively referred to as
specialized metabolites. These compounds are of importance for adaptive processes …

The diversity of plant-associated microbes is enormous and complex. These microbiomes
are structured and form complex interconnected microbial networks that are important in …

Highlights•Spatial and temporal distribution patterns of glucosinolates are highly dynamic.•
Glucosinolate sinks include seeds, leaf margin, cuticula, epidermis and rhizosphere.•Stele …