blue mold fungus
Definition
Noun A type of fungus that causes a significant plant disease, specifically in tobacco, characterized by the growth of bluish-grey, mildew-like spots on the undersides of the leaves.
Usage
This term is used specifically in plant pathology and agriculture to refer to the causative agent of a particular tobacco disease. - The tobacco crop was devastated by an outbreak of blue mold fungus. - Researchers are studying ways to control the spread of blue mold fungus.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in technical contexts discussing crop diseases, fungicides, and plant health management.
- It can be part of a compound noun when specifying the host plant, though the core term remains "blue mold fungus" (e.g., "tobacco blue mold fungus").
Variants and Related Words
- Peronospora tabacina: This is the scientific name for the specific pathogen commonly called blue mold fungus.
- Downy mildew: This is the general category of plant disease to which tobacco blue mold belongs. "Blue mold" is a specific form of downy mildew.
Synonyms
- Tobacco blue mold (refers more specifically to the disease itself, but the pathogen is implied).
- Peronospora tabacina (scientific synonym).
Noun
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fungus causing a serious disease in tobacco plants characterized by bluish-grey mildew on undersides of leaves
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