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The aim is to explore the structural diversity and ecological functions of terpenoids in interactions between plants and arthropods.

Diversity of terpenoids in arthropod–plant interactions

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Review examines the diverse roles of terpenoids in plant-arthropod interactions, highlighting implications for crop protection.

The aim is to explore the structural diversity and ecological functions of terpenoids in interactions between plants and arthropods.
Review of terpenoid structures including monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes, diterpenes, triterpenes, and tetraterpenoids.
Analysis of terpenoid functions in direct plant defences and ecological interactions.
Examination of the evolutionary relationships and biochemical pathways for terpenoid biosynthesis.
Terpenoids play crucial roles in plant defence against herbivorous arthropods through toxicity and deterrence.
Plant volatile organic compounds serve as signals in plant-pollinator and multitrophic interactions.
Some arthropods adapt to utilize terpenoids for their own survival and communication, affecting higher trophic levels.

Pinto‐Zevallos et al. (2026) studied this question.

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