Endophytic Microorganisms for Improvement of Banana Vigour and Tolerance to Fusarium Wilt
This study explored the potential of endophytic microorganisms (EMS) isolated from wild bananas as biocontrol agents (BCAs) against Fusarium wilt caused by Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense race 4 (FocR4) in susceptible banana ramets (Berangan cv. Intan). The fungal (Fusarium oxysporum (UPM31 PI...
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2005
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| Summary: | This study explored the potential of endophytic microorganisms (EMS) isolated
from wild bananas as biocontrol agents (BCAs) against Fusarium wilt caused by
Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense race 4 (FocR4) in susceptible banana
ramets (Berangan cv. Intan).
The fungal (Fusarium oxysporum (UPM31 PI)) and bacterial endophytes
(Serratia marcescens (UPM39B3)) were established as effective BCAs;
improving growth and vigour and enhancing tolerance of susceptible ramets to
Fusarium wilt. They were antagonistic towards FocR4, with Percentage Inhibition
of Radial Growth (PIRG) values of 65% and 63%, respectively. Inhibitory
substances were produced in the form of volatile as well as non-volatile
substances. The endophytes were also able to colonize the host tissues,
including the roots and corms in artificial inoculation under laboratory conditions.
The association of F. oxysporum (UPM31 PI) and S. marcescens (UPM39B3)
with the host plants resulted in enhanced vegetative growth as shown by the
increase in height, pseudostem diameter, root mass and total number of leaves
ramet-'. Endophytes acted as elicitors in the production of inducible compounds
associated with induced resistance (peroxidase, polyphenoloxidase,
phenylalanine ammonia lyase, total soluble phenol and lignin content). The
robust growth and occurrence of induced resistance subsequently enhanced
tolerance of the ramets to Fusarium wilt based on parameters such as delay in
onset of symptoms, lower percentages in disease incidence, disease severity,
and epidemic rate. Inoculation with F. oxysporum singly was most effective
followed by inoculation with mixture with S. marcescens (UPM31 Pl+UPM39B3).
However, the survival and subsequent biocontrol efficacy of F. oxysporum
(UPM31 PI) and S. marcescens (UPM39B3) might be vulnerable to the changing
soil and environmental conditions. Populations of endophytes were not sustained
over time. Therefore, further studies regarding formulation and application
frequency and techniques, are essential to maximize the potential of F.
oxysporum (UPM31P1) and S. marcescens (UPM39B3) as BCAs against
Fusarium wilt of banana. |
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