Sclerotium Disease (Noun)
Meaning
Plant disease cause by fungi of the genus Sclerotium; also one in which sclerotia are formed.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Sclerotium disease is a common problem in many agricultural fields, particularly those with high humidity and warm temperatures.
- The farmer noticed that his crops were being affected by a type of sclerotium disease that caused white, cottony growths to form on the stems.
- Sclerotium disease can be difficult to control, as the sclerotia can survive in the soil for many years, waiting for the right conditions to infect a new host.
- The researcher studied the effects of sclerotium disease on various plant species, looking for ways to develop more resistant crops.
- In severe cases of sclerotium disease, the entire plant can be killed, resulting in significant economic losses for farmers.