Plant-endophyte associations: Rich yet under-explored sources of novel bioactive molecules and applications

Tiwari, Pragya; Kang, Seogchan; Bae, Hyeun‐Jong

doi:10.1016/j.micres.2022.127241

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“…While multiple bacterial endophyte strains have been extensively explored and documented as efficient alternatives in increased stress tolerance and plant growth promotion, recent times have witnessed research undertaken on fungal endophytes as emerging candidates in phytoremediation [ 17 ]. The utilization of plant endophytic microbiome comprises a prospective approach in bio-based phytoremediation aimed at restoring environmental health and sustainability.…”

Section: Harnessing Plant Endophytic Microbiome For Heavy Metal Toler...mentioning

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“…The coevolution of plants with their associated microbiomes has positively impacted both associates, with microbes assisting plants in dealing with environmental stresses, delineated as the ‘cry for help’ defense employed by the plants [ 9 , 10 ]. In case of any type of stress, including pest-induced, abiotic, or pathogen attacks affecting plants [ 10 , 11 ], the beneficial microbes are recruited to promote stress tolerance [ 12 , 13 , 14 ], and these plant–microbiome dynamics are crucial for nutrient acquisition [ 15 ] and plant development [ 16 , 17 ].…”

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“…Abiotic stresses continue to adversely impact terrestrial ecosystems, further aggravated by modern agricultural practices, industrialization, and mining, deteriorating the quality of life and the environment [ 17 , 21 ]. The increase in heavy metal (HM) concentration in water, soil, and air is toxic for animals and plants and further contributes to environmental concerns.…”

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“…Endophytes define an attractive and sustainable bio-based approach to promote crop productivity and tolerance to environmental stresses [ 25 ]. Bacterial and fungal endophytes have demonstrated positive outcomes in addressing HM contamination and increasing plant tolerance for better adaptability and survival, as discussed in key studies [ 17 , 28 ]. Table 1 discusses the bioremediation potential of plant-associated endophytes in the tolerance/mitigation of HM-associated stress in plants, highlighting key examples.…”

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“…While substantial progress has been achieved in employing plant-associated endophytes in HM tolerance and mitigation [ 52 , 53 ] with translational success, endophytes’ efficiency in phytoremediation can be further improved via genetic manipulation and the creation of high-value endophyte strains. The synthetic biology-mediated chassis of endophytes has opened new avenues in microbial strain improvement for the desired function, whether it be enhanced secondary metabolite production [ 17 , 54 ], phytoremediation [ 55 ], plant growth and development, or other significant initiatives from a socio-economic perspective. The suitable plant–endophyte combination can effectively enhance plant growth and organic contaminants/pollutants degradation in the endosphere/rhizosphere [ 56 ].…”

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Trends in Harnessing Plant Endophytic Microbiome for Heavy Metal Mitigation in Plants: A Perspective

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Plant microbiomes represent dynamic entities, influenced by the environmental stimuli and stresses in the surrounding conditions. Studies have suggested the benefits of commensal microbes in improving the overall fitness of plants, besides beneficial effects on plant adaptability and survival in challenging environmental conditions. The concept of ‘Defense biome’ has been proposed to include the plant-associated microbes that increase in response to plant stress and which need to be further explored for their role in plant fitness. Plant-associated endophytes are the emerging candidates, playing a pivotal role in plant growth, adaptability to challenging environmental conditions, and productivity, as well as showing tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses. In this article, efforts have been made to discuss and understand the implications of stress-induced changes in plant endophytic microbiome, providing key insights into the effects of heavy metals on plant endophytic dynamics and how these beneficial microbes provide a prospective solution in the tolerance and mitigation of heavy metal in contaminated sites.

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Entomopathogenic Fungi as Biopesticides for Sustainable Agriculture

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Unraveling endophytic diversity in dioecious Siraitia grosvenorii: implications for mogroside production

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Thakur

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Host and tissue-specificity of endophytes are important attributes that limit the endophyte application on multiple crops. Therefore, understanding the endophytic composition of the targeted crop is essential, especially for the dioecious plants where the male and female plants are different. Here, efforts were made to understand the endophytic bacterial composition of the dioecious Siraitia grosvenorii plant using 16S rRNA amplicon sequencing. The present study revealed the association of distinct endophytic bacterial communities with different parts of male and female plants. Roots of male and female plants had a higher bacterial diversity than other parts of plants, and the roots of male plants had more bacterial diversity than the roots of female plants. Endophytes belonging to the phylum Proteobacteria were abundant in all parts of male and female plants except male stems and fruit pulp, where the Firmicutes were most abundant. Class Gammaproteobacteria predominated in both male and female plants, with the genus Acinetobacter as the most dominant and part of the core microbiome of the plant (present in all parts of both, male and female plants). The presence of distinct taxa specific to male and female plants was also identified. Macrococcus, Facklamia, and Propionibacterium were the distinct genera found only in fruit pulp, the edible part of S. grosvenorii. Predictive functional analysis revealed the abundance of enzymes of secondary metabolite (especially mogroside) biosynthesis in the associated endophytic community with predominance in roots. The present study revealed bacterial endophytic communities of male and female S. grosvenorii plants that can be further explored for monk fruit cultivation, mogroside production, and early-stage identification of male and female plants. Key points • Male and female Siraitia grosvenorii plants had distinct endophytic communities • The diversity of endophytic communities was specific to different parts of plants • S. grosvenorii-associated endophytes may be valuable for mogroside biosynthesis and monk fruit cultivation

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Plant-endophyte associations: Rich yet under-explored sources of novel bioactive molecules and applications

Cited by 28 publications

References 237 publications

Trends in Harnessing Plant Endophytic Microbiome for Heavy Metal Mitigation in Plants: A Perspective

Trends in Harnessing Plant Endophytic Microbiome for Heavy Metal Mitigation in Plants: A Perspective

Entomopathogenic Fungi as Biopesticides for Sustainable Agriculture

Unraveling endophytic diversity in dioecious Siraitia grosvenorii: implications for mogroside production

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