Definition

Noun 1. A species of fungus: A specific fungus belonging to the genus Thielavia. It is a plant pathogen known for causing a disease characterized by brown root rot. 2. A plant pathogen: The primary definition refers to its role as a destructive agent, specifically infecting the roots of certain plants.

Usage

• Thielavia basicola is a soil-borne fungus.
• The disease caused by Thielavia basicola can lead to significant crop loss.
• Researchers are studying methods to control Thielavia basicola.

Advanced Usage

• Taxonomic Context: In scientific literature, the name is often presented in italics () following biological nomenclature conventions to indicate it is a genus and species name.
• Pathology Context: The term is frequently used in phytopathology (plant disease studies) when discussing specific root rot diseases or soil-borne pathogens affecting dicot plants.

Variants and Related Words

• Thielaviopsis basicola: This is a former and still commonly used synonym for the same fungus. Modern taxonomic revision has placed it in the genus , but the older name remains prevalent in agricultural and plant pathology contexts.
• Brown root rot: This is the common name for the disease caused by .
• Chalara elegans: Another obsolete synonym for this fungus.

Synonyms

• Thielaviopsis basicola (n): The primary synonym.
• Chalara elegans (n): An older, less common synonym.

Notes on Meaning

The term Thielavia basicola has a single, highly specific meaning in the context of biology and agriculture. It does not have general or figurative meanings. Its usage is almost exclusively technical and scientific.

Noun

1. fungus causing brown root rot in plants of the pea and potato and cucumber families