fusarium

American  

[fyoo-zair-ee-uhm] / fyuˈzɛər i əm /

noun

plural

fusaria

1. any fungus of the genus Fusarium, occurring primarily in temperate regions and causing a variety of diseases in plants and animals, producing in humans a loss of fingernails and sometimes blindness.

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Etymology

Origin of fusarium

< New Latin (1832), equivalent to Latin fūs ( us ) spindle + -ārium -ary

Example Sentences

"Fusarium wilt -- also known as Panama disease -- is a destructive soil-borne disease which impacts farmed Cavendish bananas worldwide through its virulent Race 4 strains," Dr. Chen said.

From Science Daily

Dr. Chen said the findings will support the development of commercial banana varieties that can withstand Fusarium wilt.

From Science Daily

Among the many mycoprotein sources studied so far, the fungus Fusarium venenatum has become a prominent choice because its natural flavor and texture closely mimic meat.

From Science Daily

Even with its advantages, Fusarium venenatum has thick cell walls that limit how well humans can digest it.

From Science Daily

The fusarium wilt fungus was born in California; it goes after vulnerable palms.

From Los Angeles Times