Ultrastructure of wilt syndrome caused by Verticillium dahliae. IV. Evidence for α- and β-conidial forms
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Scanning electron microscope observations of leaf petioles of chrysanthemums infected with V. dahliae suggest that two spore forms are present: the normal conidiospore (α conidium) and a sickle-shaped secondary spore or β spore (beta spore). Conidia of V. dahliae appear to be ovoid in shape, possibly septate, and in the host plant, covered by a coating material. Phialides are rarely seen in the host, although the conidia are numerous. Conidia can apparently give rise, simultaneously, to two secondary structures: germ tubes and β spores. The β spores are sickle-shaped structures of constant diameter and when mature are free floating in the vessels.
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