Ustilaginoidea virens
Definition
Noun A specific type of fungus, belonging to the genus Ustilaginoidea, that is a plant pathogen. It is the causative agent of a disease in rice plants characterized by the growth of greenish or blackish spore masses, commonly known as "false smut" or "green smut."
Usage
This term is a highly specific scientific name used primarily in the fields of mycology (the study of fungi), plant pathology, and agriculture. It is used to identify the exact organism responsible for the rice disease. * The presence of Ustilaginoidea virens can significantly reduce rice yield and grain quality. * Researchers are studying the lifecycle of Ustilaginoidea virens to develop effective control measures.
Advanced Usage
- The disease caused by this fungus is formally called "false smut of rice" to distinguish it from true smuts caused by fungi in the genus .
- In scientific literature, the binomial name is often italicized, and the genus name may be abbreviated after first use (e.g., ).
Variants and Related Words
- False smut fungus: A common descriptive name for this organism.
- Green smut fungus: Another common name referencing the color of the spore masses.
- Plant pathogen: A general term for any organism that causes disease in plants.
- Rice blast (): Another major fungal disease of rice, distinct from false smut.
Synonyms
- False smut pathogen
- Rice false smut fungus
Related Phrases / Terms
- Host plant: The plant species (in this case, rice, ) that a pathogen infects.
- Chlamydospore: A type of thick-walled resting spore produced by this fungus.
- Mycotoxin: Some strains of are known to produce toxic compounds harmful to humans and animals.
Noun
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fungus causing green smut in rice
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