Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
albugo
Noun
/ˈæl.bjuː.ɡoʊ/
Definition
Albugo is a genus of parasitic fungi that infects plants, particularly those in the family Brassicaceae, causing disease.
Examples
- The crops suffered from albugo, leading to significant yield loss.
- Farmers learned how to manage albugo to protect their plants from the devastating effects of the fungus.
Meaning
The term ‘albugo’ refers specifically to a type of fungus that can lead to the formation of white, powdery spots on infected plants, sometimes called white rust.
Synonyms
- White rust
