Plants have a secret language that scientists are only now starting to decipher

Plants' Secret Language

Scientists are deciphering the secret language of plants, which involves signals from the plant cell wall that help orchestrate growth, reproduction, and immune function.

A better understanding of this molecular cross-talk could lead to the creation of better crops.

Signals from the plant cell wall help to orchestrate growth, reproduction and immune function.

Plant cell walls, such as in root cells, act as physical containers and contribute to important signalling processes.

Author: Amber Dance, a freelance science journalist.

Summary: Scientists decipher plants' secret language.

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Nature Nature — 2025-10-28

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