Humans and animals can be exposed to phytotoxins through direct physical contact or by consuming contaminated food and water.
Phytotoxins are bioactive, poisonous substances produced naturally by plants or plant pathogens (such as bacteria and fungi). These complex compounds primarily serve as defensive agents against predators like insects and pests, or as tools for pathogens to invade and infect host plants. Types and Origins phytotoxin
: They belong to diverse chemical families, including alkaloids, terpenes, polyketides, peptides, and cyanogenic glycosides. Impact on Humans and Animals Humans and animals can be exposed to phytotoxins