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Detection and cellular localization of elemental sulphur in disease-resistant genotypes of...

Authors :
Cooper, Richard M.
Resende, Mario L.V.
Source :
Nature. 1/11/1996, Vol. 379 Issue 6561, p159. 4p. 3 Black and White Photographs, 1 Chart, 5 Graphs.
Publication Year :
1996

Abstract

Discusses the production by resistant genotypes of Theobroma cacao of four phytoalexins in response to a xylem-invading fungal pathogen. High accumulation of sulphur only in cells and structures in potential contact with the vascular pathogen; Cellular localization of an antimicrobial substance.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00280836
Volume :
379
Issue :
6561
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Nature
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
9601302503
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1038/379159a0