Biology and Chemistry of Secondary Metabolites from Endophytic Fungi
摘要
Fungi are present in the most diverse environments including the interior of plant tissues, living as endophytes. Endophytic fungi that are residing asymptomatically in the internal tissues of plants are of growing interest as primary sources of biologically active agents. Endophytic fungi are one of the most creative groups of secondary metabolite producers. The exploration of novel bioactive molecules produced by these microorganisms has been attracting attention from researchers. Therefore, research on endophytic fungi can help the discovery of novel biomolecules for pharmaceutical applications. This chapter reviewed the secondary metabolites associated with endophytic fungi and their biological activities.