Heterotelergone
Heterotelergones (also known as allelochemicals) are a class of biologically synthesized chemicals (includes pheromones, venom, and phytoncides) which entice, repel, immobilize, or alter tissues. They are a type of semiochemicals which are often used by terrestrial plants, and some aquatic plants to defend against algae, to indirectly defend themselves from predators.
See also
Plant defense against herbivory
Secondary metabolite
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