Define about the Fusarium - Identification of Fungi and Yeasts?
Classification
Kingdom - Mycetae
Division - Amastigomycotina
Subdivision - Deuteromycotina
Class - Deuteromycetes
Order - Moniliales
Family - Tuberculariaceae
Genus - Fusarium
Fusarium is the largest form genus of this family. It is found in soil. Many are saprophytic while others are mild facultative parasites and parasites. It causes stem canker, foot rot and wilt diseases in plants. Also, it causes rot of stored fruits, vegetables etc.