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RESEARCH LITERATURE

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Systematic and biological studies in the Balansieae and related anamorphs. 7. Host-pathogen relationship of Eragrostis capillaris and Balansia epichloe

Author(s): R. A. Phelps, G. Morganjones and M. R. Owsley

Month: Oct-Dec
Year: 1993

Journal: Mycotaxon
Journal Link: http://www.mycotaxon.com/
Volume: 49
Pages: 117-127

Article Topic(s): Fungi
Research Setting(s): Laboratory
Location: Alabama

Species Referenced: Eragrostis elliottii (Field lovegrass ),

Abstract

Describes the current knowledge of Balansia epichloe, a fungus that parasitizes grasses including Eragrostis elliottii. The article reviews the nature of B. epichloe with its host plants. This information may inform both propagation and establishment methods of E. elliottii.

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R. A. Phelps, G. Morganjones and M. R. Owsley. "Systematic and biological studies in the Balansieae and related anamorphs. 7. Host-pathogen relationship of Eragrostis capillaris and Balansia epichloe." Mycotaxon 49 (1993): 117-127.

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ISSN: 0093-4666

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