Spatial Flavonoid Accumulation in Soybean Pericycle Restricts Phytophthora sojae Invasion
Yu Geng, Jiuhai Zhao, Q. C. Wang, Qunqing Wang
The paper identifies flavonoid accumulation in soybean pericycle as a spatial defense mechanism against Phytophthora sojae, revealing its role in restricting pathogen invasion.
bioRxiv · Dec 24, 2025 · PreprintPlant Biology