In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Lichens 2. Habitat and the Thallus of Lichens 3. Reproduction 4. Economic Importance 5. Resynthesis. Contents: Meaning of Lichens Habitat and the Thallus of Lichens Reproduction of Lichens Economic Importance of Lichens Resynthesis of Lichens in Laboratory 1. Meaning of Lichens: Lichen is an association between an alga and a [...]
Here is a list of eight major plant diseases caused by fungi. 1. Early Blight of Potato: Pathogen Alternaria Solani: The disease is quite common in India, and occurs on about three week old plants. Since this blight occurs earlier than the 'late blight' of potato (caused by Phytophthora infestans), it is called 'early blight.' Symptoms: Well-defined leaf spots appear [...]
In this article we will discuss about phylum Basidiomycota and Ascomycota of fungi. Also learn about their characteristics, reproduction and classification. Phylum Basidiomycota of Fungi: Characteristics of Phylum Basidiomycota: The mushrooms and toadstools with which mycology started, the rusts and smuts, which have been devastating crops since recorded history, the 'shelf' and 'bracket' fungi that lie attached to the trees [...]