Drechslera gigantea

Drechslera gigantea is a species of fungus belonging to the family Pleosporaceae. It is known for its role as a plant pathogen, causing diseases in various plant species.

Taxonomy

The species was first described in 1967 by the mycologist D.I. Murray. It belongs to the genus Drechslera, which comprises several species of fungi that are pathogenic to plants. The species name gigantea refers to the large size of the conidia produced by this fungus.

Description

Drechslera gigantea is characterized by its large, multicellular conidia (asexual spores), which are typically brown in color and have a distinctive shape. The conidia are produced on specialized structures called conidiophores, which are borne on the mycelium of the fungus.

Pathogenicity

Drechslera gigantea is a pathogen of several plant species, including important agricultural crops. It causes a disease known as leaf spot, which is characterized by the appearance of brown, necrotic spots on the leaves of infected plants. The fungus can also cause root rot in some species.

Management

Control of Drechslera gigantea typically involves the use of fungicides and cultural practices such as crop rotation and the removal of infected plant material. Resistance breeding is also an important strategy in the management of diseases caused by this fungus.

See also

• List of Drechslera species
• Plant pathology

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