Publications by authors named "Fang Dongzhen"

Lilium lancifolium Thunb., commonly known as Juandan lily and tiger lily, is widely cultivated in China for its edible bulbs and medicinal properties, with a commercial value worth of ~RMB 6 billion Yuan per year. Bulb rot is an increasingly common disease on L.

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  • Chinese yam is a vital root crop facing significant threats from wilt disease, with limited research on its molecular epidemiology.
  • A study analyzed 117 isolates from wilted yam plants across six regions in South-Central China, identifying 11 different species, with two species being the most prevalent.
  • The findings reveal diverse genetic variations and distribution patterns among the species based on geography and yam variety, which have important implications for managing yam wilt disease.
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