Sphacelotheca Reiliana (Noun)
Meaning
Smut fungus attacking heads of corn or sorghum and causing a covered smut.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Sphacelotheca reiliana fungus is a common problem in corn fields, causing a type of smut that can reduce yields and lower grain quality.
- In some parts of the world, Sphacelotheca reiliana is considered a major constraint to sorghum production, particularly in regions with high humidity and temperatures.
- Researchers have identified Sphacelotheca reiliana as a key factor in the decline of corn crops in certain areas, leading to increased economic losses for farmers.
- Farmers are advised to use resistant cultivars to control the spread of Sphacelotheca reiliana, which can be a difficult and costly process.
- Infected heads of corn or sorghum can be covered in a dark, powdery mass of Sphacelotheca reiliana spores, reducing their market value and posing a risk to human and animal health.