In this article we will discuss about the life cycle of pythium with the help of suitable diagrams. Somatic Phase in Pythium: The mycelium (Fig. 6.18 A) represents the vegetative or somatic phase of the fungus. It is well developed, and coenocytic. It presents a white, fluffy appearance and consists of long rather slender, hyaline much branched hyphae which are [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Occurrence of Phytophthora 2. Symptoms of Phytophthora 3. Predisposing Causes 4. Control of the Disease 5. Salient Features 6. Economic Importance. Contents: Occurrence of Phytophthora Symptoms of Phytophthora Predisposing Causes of Phytophthora Control of the Disease Caused by Phytophthora Salient Features of Phytophthora Economic Importance of Phytophthora 1. Occurrence of Phytophthora: The [...]
In this article we will discuss about the life cycle of phytophthora with the help of suitable diagrams. Mycelium of Phytophthora: It is profusely branched and consists of aseptate, hyaline, profusely branched, coenocytic, moderately thick hyphae about 4-8µ in diameter. The hyphal wall is approximately 0.1µ thick. It is electron transparent except for a thin, electron dense outer surface. Glucans [...]