- Two new species of fungi from the genus Ganoderma that are associated with coconut stem rot have been identified by the Researchers from Kerala.
- They have genotyped the two fungi species, named Ganoderma keralense and G. pseudoapplanatum and identified genetic biomarkers.
- The butt rot or basal stem rot of coconut is known by several names in different parts of India. For example, it is known as Ganoderma wilt in Andhra Pradesh, Anaberoga in Karnataka and Thanjavur wilt in Tamil Nadu.
- The Ganoderma infection begins at the roots, but symptoms include discolouration and rotting of stem and leaves. In the later stages, flowering and nut set decreases and finally the coconut palm (Cocos nucifera) dies.
(Source: The Hindu)
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