Sclerotinia sclerotiorum is known for its role as a widespread plant pathogen, affecting a variety of crops globally. It forms hardy resting structures that enable it to survive harsh conditions and lie dormant until favorable growth conditions arise, leading to large-scale infections in agricultural settings.
Cap Diameter:
3 - 6 mm
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Sclerotinia sclerotiorum
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Attributes of Sclerotinia sclerotiorum
Cap Diameter
3 - 6 mm
Cap
3 - 6 mm in diameter; cup-like
Stem
Small, thin
Spore Print Color
White
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive.
Body Color
Black
White
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
Substrate
On soil
You can find Sclerotinia sclerotiorum by these plants:
Species Status
Wide host range of plants
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Sclerotinia sclerotiorum
Herbaceous, succulent plants
Scientific Classification of Sclerotinia sclerotiorum