Green Smut Fungus (Noun)
Meaning
Fungus causing green smut in rice.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The green smut fungus affects the reproductive organs of rice plants, leading to reduced grain yield and quality.
- The widespread presence of green smut fungus in the rice field led to a significant economic loss for the farmers.
- The spores of the green smut fungus can survive in soil for extended periods, posing a continuous threat to rice crops.
- The infection caused by the green smut fungus is more prevalent in areas with high humidity and moderate temperatures.
- Green smut fungus has been reported to cause green smut disease in several rice varieties, compromising their market value.