“…In addition to providing structural support, lignin is involved in plant defense against biotic and abiotic stresses (Kumar, Campbell, et al, 2016;Moura et al, 2010;Wang, Guo, et al, 2022). Studies have shown that the enhanced lignin biosynthesis in plants contributes to their resistance against citrus canker and aphid infestation (An et al, 2019;Li, Zhang, et al, 2023;Zhou, Yue, et al, 2021). Improved lignin content also enhances the drought and salt tolerance of plants (Chen, Guo, et al, 2020;Li, Yang, et al, 2022).…”