Abstract
Phenylpropanoids are compounds derived from phenylalanine and they are involved in various aspects related to biotic and abiotic stress defense. One of phenylpropanoids present in most plants, and in some of which in considerable amount is chlorogenic acid (CGA). CGA biosynthesis is mediated by the enzyme quinate hydroxycinnamoyl transferase (HQT). Although it has not been proven yet, som…