Phytotoxin -

: Secreted by fungi or bacteria to damage plant tissue, often resulting in symptoms like wilting, chlorosis (yellowing), or necrosis (tissue death). Host-Specific (HST) : Affect only specific plant genotypes.

: Affect a broad range of plant species. phytotoxin

Humans and animals can be exposed to phytotoxins through direct physical contact or by consuming contaminated food and water. : Secreted by fungi or bacteria to damage

: They belong to diverse chemical families, including alkaloids, terpenes, polyketides, peptides, and cyanogenic glycosides. Impact on Humans and Animals often resulting in symptoms like wilting

Phytotoxins can be classified based on their source and how they target plants:

: Used in plant-plant interactions to inhibit the growth of neighboring competitors.