Characteristics of <i>Epicoccum latusicollum</i> as revealed by genomic and metabolic phenomic analysis, the causal agent of tobacco <i>Epicoccus</i> leaf spot.

ABSTRACT: Epicoccum latusicollum is a fungus that causes a severe foliar disease on flue-cured tobacco in southwest China, resulting in significant losses in tobacco yield and quality. To better understand the organism, researchers investigated its optimal growth conditions and metabolic versatility using a combination of traditional methods and the Biolog Phenotype MicroArray technique. The study found that E. latusicollum exhibited impressive metabolic versatility, being able to metabolize a majority of carbon, nitrogen, sulfur, and phosphorus sources tested, as well as adapt to different environmental conditions, including broad pH ranges and various osmolytes. The optimal medium for mycelial growth was alkyl ester agar medium, while oatmeal agar medium was optimal for sporulation,

SUBMITTER: Li Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10565823 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature