Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

autotoxic

Adjective

/ˌɔːtəˈtɒksɪk/

Definition

Relating to a substance that is toxic to itself or to the organism producing it.

Examples

Some species of plants are autotoxic, meaning that they can inhibit their own growth through the release of certain chemicals into the soil.
The presence of autotoxic compounds in the soil can lead to reduced germination rates for seeds of the same species.

Meaning

Autotoxic refers to the ability of a plant or organism to produce compounds that are harmful to itself, often affecting its own growth and development.