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Signals strigolactonesreleased refers to the process by which plants release strigolactones into their environment. Strigolactones are a class of plant hormones that play crucial roles in various developmental processes. Their release is a critical step in their signaling function, allowing them to interact with target cells, both within the plant and in other organisms.

The release of strigolactones occurs from root tips and shoots. This release is not a passive process but is often regulated by environmental cues and internal plant signals. Factors such as nutrient availability, particularly phosphate and nitrogen, can influence the rate and amount of strigolactones released. For example, under conditions of phosphate deficiency, plants increase strigolactone production and release to promote the establishment of symbiotic relationships with arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, which can help them acquire nutrients.

Strigolactones released from the roots can travel through the soil and influence the growth of neighboring plants, often inhibiting their shoot branching. This allelopathic effect can reduce competition for resources. Furthermore, strigolactones released by plants are recognized by parasitic weeds, such as *Striga* species, which are attracted to the host plant's roots by these signals, initiating germination and subsequent parasitism.

The precise mechanisms of strigolactone release are still an active area of research. It is understood that these compounds can be transported out of plant cells via specific transporter proteins. The regulated release of strigolactones is therefore a key component in plant communication, influencing plant architecture, nutrient acquisition, and interactions with other organisms in the soil ecosystem.