Auxin glycosylation plays a fundamental role in the regulation of auxin homeostasis, activity, and transport, contributing to the dynamic control of plant growth and development. Glycosylation enhances auxin stability, solubility, and storage capacity, serving as a key mechanism for both temporary inactivation and long-term storage of auxin molecules. Specific glycosyltransferases are critical for this process, catalyzing glycosylation at either the carboxyl group or the nitrogen atom of the indole ring. The storage roles of glycosylated auxins, such as IAA-N-Glc, have been shown to be essential during embryogenesis and seed germination, while irreversible conjugation into catabolic products helps to maintain auxin homeostasis in vegetative tissues. This review highlights the diversity, enzymatic specificity, and physiological relevance of auxin glycosylation pathways, including a frequently overlooked N-glycosylation, underscoring its importance in the complex network of auxin metabolism.

Department of Chemical Biology Faculty of Science Palacký University Olomouc Czech Republic

Laboratory of Growth Regulators Faculty of Science Palacký University Olomouc Czech Republic

Laboratory of Growth Regulators Institute of Experimental Botany The Czech Academy of Sciences Olomouc Czech Republic

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