Question

How do plants defend themselves from predators?

Answer 1

Plants have developed various defense mechanisms to protect themselves from predators. Some common ways plants defend themselves include:

• Producing toxic chemicals that deter herbivores
• Growing thorns or spines to physically deter animals
• Releasing volatile compounds to attract predators of herbivores
• Mimicking the appearance of other less palatable plants
• Inducing defenses in response to herbivore attack, such as producing toxins or increasing production of defensive compounds