Herbivore Deterrence

Mechanisms to repel herbivores using secondary metabolites like cannabinoids and terpenes.

Key Functions:

• Repels herbivores via chemical defenses.
• Reduces feeding damage.
• Produced in trichomes.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Trichomes (site of)
• Cannabinoid Metabolism (produces)
• Terpene Metabolism (produces)
• Chemical Defense Evolution (result of)