''Pseudocercospora theae'' 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 infecting tea.
It was originally found on the fallen leaves of ''Thea viridis'' (synonym of ''
Camellia sinensis
''Camellia sinensis'' is a species of evergreen shrub or small tree in the flowering plant family Theaceae. Its leaves, leaf buds, and stems can be used to produce tea. Common names include tea plant, tea shrub, and tea tree (unrelated to ''Me ...
'') in Italy.
References
External links
USDA ARS Fungal Database
Fungal plant pathogens and diseases
Tea diseases
theae
Fungi described in 1889
Fungus species
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