covered smut (Ustilago hordei ) on barley (Hordeum vulgare ) - 5471136

covered smut
Ustilago hordei (Pers.) Lagerh.

Host: barley (Hordeum vulgare L.)
Descriptor: Symptoms
Description: Covered smut of barley is caused by the fungus Ustilago hordei. The disease is found worldwide and it is more extensively distributed. Infected plants do not demonstrate symptoms until heading. Kernels of infected plants are replaced by masses of dark smut spores. Smutted heads are hard and compact. Infected plants may be stunted.
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Image location: India

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Name: Rikhab Raj-Bhansali
Organization: CAZRI
Country: India

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