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Erysiphe

Erysiphe

9.9
A group of fungi that cause powdery white growth on plant leaves
  • noun
  • /ˈɛrɪˌsɪfi/
  • Specialized
: Erysiphe
  • The Erysiphe fungus can cause significant powdery mildew on cucumbers and other vegetables.

Examples

  • Controlling Erysiphe outbreaks is crucial for maintaining healthy vineyards.

  • Scientists isolated Erysiphe from the leaves of several infected rose bushes.

  • Erysiphe species are responsible for many cases of powdery mildew affecting crops worldwide.

  • The Erysiphe fungus can severely damage crops.

  • Farmers often struggle with Erysiphe infestations.

  • To prevent Erysiphe infections, farmers should apply fungicides in early spring.

  • Researchers are studying the resistance of various plants to Erysiphe infections to improve crop yields.

Surface Forms

Erysiphe singular
Erysiphes plural

Etymology

Erysiphe comes from an old Greek word for a 'skin disease' and is related to the medical word erysipelas, so a helpful way to remember it is to think of Erysiphe as a kind of 'skin disease' for plants because these fungi cover leaves with a powdery 'skin'.