A review on the effects of jasmonates on plants grown under in vitro conditions

Abstract

Jasmonates are cyclopentanone compounds that belong to endogenous plant growth regulators. These are widely spread out in the plant kingdom. These are considered to be involved in several plant physiological activities, especially during stressful conditions. However, several studies showed their significance in the growth and development of plants grown under in vitro conditions. Their effects were tested on different stages of in vitro cultured plants. Jasmonates showed promoting as well as inhibitory effects on the growth and development of in vitro plants based on plants used for study and concentration of jasmonates applied. Generally, they showed a positive effect on the proliferation of shoots and roots but were detrimental to somatic embryogenesis. This review summarizes the impact of jasmonates on plants under in vitro conditions based on work done so far in aspect; and their significance for future perspectives.