Jasmonate biosynthesis arising from altered cell walls is prompted by turgor-driven mechanical compression and guides root hydrotropism
S. Mielke, M. Zimmer, M. K. Meena, R. Dreos, H. Stellmach, B. Hause, C. Voiniciuc, D. Gasperini
The paper shows that mechanical compression from enlarged cortex cells increases JA-Ile biosynthesis, which directs root hydrotropism.
bioRxiv · Sep 29, 2020Plant Biology