Sequence analysis and expression of genes involved cytoskeleton and infection mechanisms in the plant pathogen Phytophthora cinnamomi

Abstract

Oomycetes from the genus Phytophthora are plant pathogens that are devastating for agriculture and natural ecosystems. The biggest productivity and yield break occurs due to the ink disease; caused by Phytophthora cinnamomi, which is one of the most widely distributed Phytophthora species, with nearly 1 000 host species. The knowledge about the molecular mechanisms responsible for its pathogenicity is an important tool in order to fight diseases associated with this pathogen.