Disease: Plumbago auriculata blight

Pathogen identification and biological fungicides screening for Plumbago auriculata blight in China

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A newly identified fungal disease caused by Fusarium ipomoeae is harming Plumbago auriculata plants in China. Scientists identified the pathogen using genetic analysis and tested seven plant-based treatments. They found that osthole, a natural compound, effectively controls the disease with 88% success rate, offering an environmentally friendly solution for protecting ornamental plants.

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Pathogen identification and biological fungicides screening for Plumbago auriculata blight in China

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Researchers in China identified a fungal disease affecting Plumbago auriculata (cape leadwort), a popular ornamental plant. The disease was caused by Fusarium ipomoeae, a fungus that causes yellowing and death of plant tissue. Scientists tested seven biological pesticides and found that osthole, a natural compound, was most effective at controlling the fungus and preventing disease.

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Pathogen identification and biological fungicides screening for Plumbago auriculata blight in China

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Researchers identified a fungal pathogen (Fusarium ipomoeae) causing a serious disease in Plumbago auriculata ornamental plants in China. They tested seven biological fungicides and found that osthole was the most effective at preventing the disease. The study provides gardeners and farmers with an environmentally friendly solution to control this plant disease using a natural compound.

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