''Phoma microspora'' is a
fungal
A fungus (: fungi , , , or ; or funguses) is any member of the group of eukaryotic organisms that includes microorganisms such as yeasts and molds, as well as the more familiar mushrooms. These organisms are classified as one of the tradit ...
plant pathogen known for infecting
peanut
The peanut (''Arachis hypogaea''), also known as the groundnut, goober (US), goober pea, pindar (US) or monkey nut (UK), is a legume crop grown mainly for its edible seeds. It is widely grown in the tropics and subtropics by small and large ...
s.
References
External links
Index FungorumUSDA ARS Fungal Database
Fungal plant pathogens and diseases
Peanut diseases
microspora
Fungus species
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