Terpenoids as Models for New Agrochemicals

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

11-28-1988

Department

Chemistry and Biochemistry

Abstract

This chapter examines the evidence that some terpenoids serve as plant growth regulators (allelochemicals) as well as anti-herbivore agents. The plant origin and bioassay method of terpenoid allelopathic agents is explored. The role these same compounds play in plant-insect communication due to volatiles, and their involvement as insect pheromones is discussed. The agrochemical possibilities are far-reaching.

Publication Title

ACS Symposium Series

Volume

380

First Page

250

Last Page

261

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