Transcriptome analysis reveals defense responses of alfalfa seedling roots to <i>Sclerotium rolfsii</i>.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Sclerotium rolfsii is a major pathogen responsible for root rot in various plants, including alfalfa (Medicago sativa). Additionally, this pathogen can also cause root diseases in alfalfa relatives, such as Medicago truncatula, soybean (Glycine max), and mung bean (Vigna radiata). This study aims to explore the interaction mechanisms between alfalfa and S. rolfsii, identify key regulatory factors involved in disease resistance, and provide insights for improving alfalfa's resistance to root rot.

Methods

In this study, the S. rolfsii strain CZL1 was isolated and identified as the primary pathogen responsible for root rot outbreaks in Qingdao, Shandong Province. M. sativa cv. WuDi was used as the experimental materi

SUBMITTER: Jia S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12038447 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature