Phytopathogenic fungi and oomycetes causing diseases in Theobroma cacao: Chemical and genetic features

IF 2.9 3区生物学 Q2 MYCOLOGY

Fungal biology Pub Date : 2025-02-19 DOI:10.1016/j.funbio.2025.101551

Luis A. Ramírez-Camejo , Candelario Rodríguez , Ximena Florez-Buitrago

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Abstract

Phytopathogenic fungi (PF) and oomycetes (Oo) represent some of the most significant plant pathogens globally, causing extensive damage and economic losses in the chocolate tree, Theobroma cacao. This review aims to elucidate the molecular mechanisms behind cacao-PF/Oo interactions, with a particular emphasis on virulence factors. Despite their importance, the secondary metabolites (SMs) produced during controlled interactions between PF, Oo, and T. cacao remain underexplored. We have conducted a comprehensive review of the most critical PF and Oo species that infect T. cacao and highlighted the agricultural relevance of their SM chemistry. This investigation analyzes peer-reviewed papers from electronic databases PubMed, MDPI, ScienceDirect, Google Scholar, and SCOPUS. Through this analysis, we identify gaps in the current understanding and propose potential directions for future research. This includes a deeper investigation into the role of SMs in pathogen virulence, which could inform the development of more effective disease management strategies.

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Fungal biology MYCOLOGY-

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期刊介绍： Fungal Biology publishes original contributions in all fields of basic and applied research involving fungi and fungus-like organisms (including oomycetes and slime moulds). Areas of investigation include biodeterioration, biotechnology, cell and developmental biology, ecology, evolution, genetics, geomycology, medical mycology, mutualistic interactions (including lichens and mycorrhizas), physiology, plant pathology, secondary metabolites, and taxonomy and systematics. Submissions on experimental methods are also welcomed. Priority is given to contributions likely to be of interest to a wide international audience.