Journal article
The future of phosphite as a fungicide to control the soilborne plant pathogen Phytophthora cinnamomi in natural ecosystems
Australasian Plant Pathology, Vol.30(2), pp.133-139
2001
Abstract
The issues that influence the application of the fungicide phosphite (phosphonate) to natural plant communities affected by Phytophthora cinnamomi Rands are complex. Research has shown significant protective effects that are valued in the preservation of rare and endangered plant species and communities. However, phosphite does have other effects that include phytotoxicity, growth abnormalities, reduced reproductive capacity and large difference in levels of P. cinnamomi control between plant species. Clearly a balanced approach needs to be adopted when using phosphite for the management of P. cinnamomi in natural ecosystems. It is necessary to take into account the beneficial and detrimental effects of phosphite and the possible loss of plant species if the fungicide is not used. Traditional forms of P. cinnamomi management are also outlined to highlight their continued importance in disease management, irrespective of whether phosphite is used or not.
Details
- Title
- The future of phosphite as a fungicide to control the soilborne plant pathogen Phytophthora cinnamomi in natural ecosystems
- Authors/Creators
- G.E.St.J. Hardy (Author/Creator) - Murdoch UniversityS. Barrett (Author/Creator) - Department of Conservation and Land Management, Albany, AustraliaB.L. Shearer (Author/Creator) - Department of Conservation and Land Management, CALMScience, Como, Australia
- Publication Details
- Australasian Plant Pathology, Vol.30(2), pp.133-139
- Publisher
- CSIRO Publishing
- Identifiers
- 991005543101207891
- Copyright
- © Australasian Plant Pathology Society 2001
- Murdoch Affiliation
- School of Biological Sciences and Biotechnology; Centre for Phytophthora Science and Management
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article
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- Citation topics
- 3 Agriculture, Environment & Ecology
- 3.97 Plant Pathology
- 3.97.1439 Phytophthora Management
- Web Of Science research areas
- Plant Sciences
- ESI research areas
- Plant & Animal Science