thielavia basicola (Meaning)

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thielavia basicola (n)

fungus causing brown root rot in plants of the pea and potato and cucumber families

No Synonyms and anytonyms found

Thielavia basicola is a fungus that predominantly infects roots and stems of plants.
Thielavia basicola is the causative agent of black root rot disease, a prevalent issue in cotton and sugarcane production.
The fungus Thielavia basicola produces microspores that act as primary inoculum for root infection.
Soilborne spores of Thielavia basicola can persist for extended periods, creating a continuous threat to susceptible plants.
Infection by Thielavia basicola leads to root discoloration, stunted growth, and eventual wilting of the host plant.
Thielavia basicola produces cell wall-degrading enzymes that facilitate its penetration and colonization within the host plant.
Management of Thielavia basicola involves implementing crop rotation, utilizing resistant cultivars, and employing fungicides during high-risk periods.
The impact of Thielavia basicola on root health can have significant implications for crop yield and economic losses.
Research efforts focus on developing innovative strategies to control Thielavia basicola, including biological and genetic approaches.
Thielavia basicola remains a challenging pathogen due to its persistent nature and the difficulty in eradicating it from agricultural systems.

fungus causing brown root rot in plants of the pea and potato and cucumber families

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

Thielavia basicola is a fungus that predominantly infects roots and stems of plants.

Thielavia basicola is the causative agent of black root rot disease, a prevalent issue in cotton and sugarcane production.

The fungus Thielavia basicola produces microspores that act as primary inoculum for root infection.

Soilborne spores of Thielavia basicola can persist for extended periods, creating a continuous threat to susceptible plants.