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Botrytis cinerea

Tong Chen1, Zhanquan Zhang1, Yong Chen1

  • 1Key Laboratory of Plant Resources, Institute of Botany, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100093, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China.

Current Biology : CB
|June 6, 2023
PubMed

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This study introduces Botrytis cinerea, a necrotrophic fungal plant pathogen known as gray mold. It details the pathogen

Area of Science:

  • Plant Pathology
  • Mycology
  • Agricultural Science

Background:

  • Botrytis cinerea, commonly known as gray mold, is a significant necrotrophic fungal pathogen.
  • This pathogen poses a substantial threat to a wide range of agricultural crops.
  • Understanding Botrytis cinerea is crucial for developing effective disease management strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and describe the necrotrophic fungal plant pathogen Botrytis cinerea.
  • To provide a foundational overview of gray mold for researchers and agricultural professionals.
  • To highlight the importance of studying this economically significant plant pathogen.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and synthesis of existing research on Botrytis cinerea.
  • Description of the pathogen's life cycle, infection mechanisms, and host range.
  • Analysis of its ecological role as a necrotrophic pathogen.

Main Results:

  • Detailed characterization of Botrytis cinerea as a versatile necrotrophic pathogen.
  • Compilation of information on its prevalence and impact across various plant species.
  • Identification of key virulence factors contributing to disease development.

Conclusions:

  • Botrytis cinerea represents a major challenge in global agriculture due to its pathogenicity.
  • Further research into Botrytis cinerea is essential for sustainable crop protection.
  • This work serves as a reference for understanding and managing gray mold.

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