What is it about?
The aim of this study was to develop and validate the molecular probes for the identification of the emerging species of pathogens (P. cactorum, P. megasperma, P. plurivora, P. pseudosyringae and P. quercina), currently causing significant damage to roots of forest trees in both managed stands and natural ecosystems.
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Why is it important?
The distinction between Phytophthora species mentioned in this paper is important in relation to their plant hosts growing in nurseries. The new tool for detection of soil borne pathogens on the species level is crucial in order to avoid infections and further plant treatment with the chemical compounds.
Perspectives
We have successfully developed a real-time PCR-based assay able to identify 5 different Phytophthora species which are probably the most important pathogens in investigated oak stands causing even 80-90% of fine root damage. This methodology, focused on precise Phytophthora species detection in a given oak stand, could also be used for monitoring those invasive species from selected forest nurseries and riparian ecosystems.
Justyna Nowakowska
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This page is a summary of: Rapid diagnosis of pathogenicPhytophthoraspecies in soil by real-time PCR, Forest Pathology, July 2016, Wiley,
DOI: 10.1111/efp.12303.
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