Thielavia (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of fungi having spherical brown perithecia and some conidia borne in chains; cause root rot.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Thielavia is a genus of fungi having spherical brown perithecia that are mostly found in soil.
- The causal organism of root rot in certain plants was identified to be a species of the genus Thielavia.
- Studies on the genus Thielavia indicate some species have conidia borne in chains which contribute to the spread of the disease.
- Thielavia species are often found in warm environments where the temperature supports their growth and reproduction.
- Thielavia terrestris, a species within the genus, has been reported to be responsible for root rot in both greenhouse and field-grown plants.