Abstract

Strigolactones (SLs), initially reported as germination stimulants for Striga lutea were later described for their role in Phelipanche and Orobanche species. SLs were reported in major cereals such as sorghum and maize, which established their importance in host-parasite interaction. Over the past decade, several roles of SLs have been elucidated in root and shoot architecture, pathogen interaction, plant defense mechanism, and nutrition uptake. Additionally, SL plays a key role in abiotic and biotic stress tolerance associated with other phytohormones. The review provides a comprehensive overview of various aspects of SLs and their complex interaction networks with other phytohormones that exist in the plant system. The review also highlights pivotal points for establishing SLs in commercial agriculture to fully explore their potential in crop improvement and shaping modern agriculture.

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