glycosides are also important is this conversation.
it was actually brought to my attention by an arch enemy, lol.
This has been my topic of research for the last 2-3 months. Some monoterpenes are considered glycosides.
start here:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glycosides
I have nothing against molasses, however, breaking down lignin in plants, releases the same complex carbohydrates contained in blackstrap molasses if attacked by the proper enzyme under hydrolysis.Personally, I stopped using it and don't regret it.
My fpe's are solely relied upon and its mainly just common weeds..
Compost tea also has me fascinated. I just read somewhere, [Rodale's?] that properly finished compost is 90% carbohydrates by volume, interesting.......