Findings reveal that BxNEP1 inhibits lignin biosynthesis in pine trees, suggesting new nematode control strategies.
In conclusion, when B. xylophilus secretes BxNEP1 into pines, BxNEP1 inhibits lignin biosynthesis in pine trees through two distinct regulatory mechanisms to promote nematode parasitism. This study unveils a novel mechanism exploited by nematodes to suppress plant immunity, which can lead to the development of new strategies for B. xylophilus control in pines.
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