Endophytic fungi, are symbiotic associations with plants, play a pivotal role in enhancing host resilience, it facilitating nutrient cycling, and synthesizing a diversify bioactive compounds. These microorganisms it gains attention for their potential applications across pharmaceutical, agricultural, and industrial domains. In this study, investigation made to attention on endophytic fungal community associated with iTecoma stans/i, it’s a ornamental plant widely cultivated for its ecological adaptability and aesthetic value. The aim of the study was to explore the phytochemical and enzymatic capabilities of the endophytic fungal isolates, with a focus on their relevance to industrial processes. However, two distinct fungal strains were successfully isolated from healthy tissues of iT. stans/i. Subsequent screening revealed that presence of bioactive secondary metabolites. Hence, notably anthraquinones and alkaloids, which are known for their antimicrobial, anticancer, and anti-inflammatory properties. In addition to that phytochemical profile of both the strains were demonstrated and pursue significant enzymatic activity. Similarly, Other enzymes like cellulase and amylase enzymes that are crucial in biomass degradation in the textile and food industries. The study concluded that the observation was made to attain the multifaceted potential applications of endophytic fungi are to produce commercially valuable enzymes and pharmacologically active compounds. The ecological significance of these fungi is further highlighted by their contribution to plant health and stress tolerance, suggesting a dual role in both environmental sustainability and commercial exploitation. By tapping into the largely unexplored microbial diversity of iTecoma stans/i, this study opens new avenues for bioprospecting and the development of eco-friendly technologies in sectors such as biopesticides, nutraceuticals, and bio-based manufacturing.
Basavaraj et al. (Tue,) studied this question.