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Foliar fungi on weeds of Guam and the potential for Corynespora cassiicola as a bioherbicide for Stachytarpheta jamaicensis
Author(s): R. Schlub and L. Smith
Month: Jun
Year: 2005
Publication Type: Meeting Abstract
Journal: Phytopathology
Journal Link: http://apsjournals.apsnet.org/loi/phyto
Volume: 95
Issue: 6
Pages: S93-S93
Article Topic(s): Invasive species,Pathology
Research Setting(s): Agricultural
Species Referenced: Stachytarpheta jamaicensis (Light-blue snakeweed),
Abstract
Examines invasive species in Guam for their potential to harbor fungi that damage crops. Stachytarpheta jamaicensis was found to be one of the mos problematic weeds to harbor virulent fungi. A list of fungal isolates was compiled for potential use as biocontrol agents.Suggested Citation
R. Schlub and L. Smith. "Foliar fungi on weeds of Guam and the potential for Corynespora cassiicola as a bioherbicide for Stachytarpheta jamaicensis." Phytopathology 95.6 (2005): S93-S93.Go back