Endophytism of Lecanicillium and Akanthomyces

The rise of the holobiont concept confers a prominent importance to the endophytic associates of plants, particularly to species known to be able to exert a mutualistic role as defensive or growth-promoting agents. The finding that many entomopathogenic fungi are harbored within plant tissues and po...

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Published in:Agriculture (Basel) 2020-06, Vol.10 (6), p.205
Main Authors: Nicoletti, Rosario, Becchimanzi, Andrea
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
bioactive compounds
crop protection
endophytic fungi
entomopathogens
integrated pest management
plant growth promotion
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Summary:The rise of the holobiont concept confers a prominent importance to the endophytic associates of plants, particularly to species known to be able to exert a mutualistic role as defensive or growth-promoting agents. The finding that many entomopathogenic fungi are harbored within plant tissues and possess bioactive properties going beyond a merely anti-insectan effect has recently prompted a widespread investigational activity concerning their occurrence and functions in crops, in the aim of an applicative exploitation conforming to the paradigm of sustainable agriculture. The related aspects particularly referring to species of Lecanicillium and Akanthomyces (Sordariomycetes, Cordycipitaceae) are revised in this paper, also in light of recent and ongoing taxonomic reassessments.
ISSN:2077-0472
2077-0472
DOI:10.3390/agriculture10060205