rootproduced

Rootproduced refers to substances, compounds, or materials that originate from or are generated by the roots of plants. This encompasses a wide range of biological and chemical entities. For example, roots exude a variety of compounds into the soil, a process known as rhizodeposition. These exudates can include sugars, amino acids, organic acids, and enzymes. These rootproduced substances play crucial roles in the soil ecosystem. They can influence the soil microbiome by providing nutrients for bacteria and fungi, and they can also affect soil structure and nutrient availability for the plant itself.

In addition to exudates, roots can also produce more complex molecules that are stored within or transported by the root system. These can include secondary metabolites with various functions, such as defense against herbivores or pathogens, or compounds involved in plant signaling. Certain agricultural or horticultural practices may also refer to "rootproduced" materials in the context of compost or other soil amendments derived from plant roots. Understanding what is rootproduced is important in fields like soil science, plant physiology, and agriculture for optimizing plant health and soil fertility.