This work intends to describe the present condition of Vallombrosa forest (Tuscany, Italy) from the phytopathological point of view. The chronic disease caused by Heterobasidion and Armillaria root rots is a key factor affecting the vitality of silver fir plantations of the region. Detailed knowledge about their distribution could help to control the pathogens. Systematic sampling and survey of damages on trees were undertaken at 52 points. Identification of different species from soil and fungal samples was accomplished by DNA-based methods (TSCP, nested PCR, RFLPs analysis). The high presence of both parasitic fungi was detected under a wide range of ecological conditions. Data analysis indicates the strong spreading potential of the pathogens even into new habitats, especially in connection with water stress of their hosts.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:nusl.cz/oai:invenio.nusl.cz:361898 |
| Date | January 2016 |
| Creators | Dálya, László Benedek |
| Source Sets | Czech ETDs |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | info:eu-repo/semantics/masterThesis |
| Rights | info:eu-repo/semantics/restrictedAccess |
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