Q253
Downy mildew of pea caused by
A.
Perenospora pisi
AnswerB.
Albugo candida
C.
Erysiphae polygoni
D.
None of these
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Downy mildew of pea caused by Perenospora pisi.Downy mildew of peas is caused by the obligate parasite Peronospora pisi, which occurs sporadically throughout temperate pea-growing regions across the world.
To screen pea lines against this biotrophic pathogen, a suitable and reproducible in vitro method using living plant material is required.