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Allelopathy is the phenomenon by which plants release chemical compounds into their environment that influence the growth, survival, or reproduction of neighboring plants. These allelochemicals — including phenolics, terpenoids, and alkaloids — play a critical role in plant competition, community structure, and ecosystem dynamics. Understanding allelopathy and its underlying chemical ecology informs research into natural herbicides, crop rotation strategies, and the biochemical mechanisms plants use to shape their surroundings.

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