Influence of pH on the Growth of Verticillium longisporum and Verticillium Stripe Severity in Canola (Brassica napus)
Yixiao Wang,
Stephen E. Strelkov,
Sheau-Fang Hwang
Abstract:Verticillium stripe, caused by Verticillium longisporum, is an emerging disease of canola (Brassica napus) in Canada. Studies were conducted to assess the impact of pH on both the growth of V. longisporum and its virulence on the canola host. Fungal growth was assessed by measuring the colony diameter following 14 and 21 days of incubation on potato dextrose agar at varying pH levels (4.7, 5.5, 6.5, 7.4, or 8.6). The results indicated that colonies of V. longisporum were approximately 16% greater in diameter a… Show more
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