Practice mode Plant Pathology

Wilt of chickpea is caused by which soil-borne fungus?

Correct answer C. Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. ciceris

Explanation

This Fusarium blocks the xylem vessels of chickpea, causing drooping, yellowing and browning of internal stem tissue. It survives for years in soil.

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