RNA-Seq and secondary metabolite analyses reveal a putative defence-transcriptome in Norway spruce (Picea abies) against needle bladder rust (Chrysomyxa rhododendri) infection

Norway spruce trees in subalpine forests frequently face infections by the needle rust fungus Chrysomyxa rhododendri, which causes significant growth decline and increased mortality of young trees. Yet, it is unk...

Source: BMC Genomics - May 1, 2020 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Carlos Trujillo-Moya, Andrea Ganthaler, Wolfgang St öggl, Ilse Kranner, Silvio Schüler, Reinhard Ertl, Sarah Schlosser, Jan-Peter George and Stefan Mayr Tags: Research article Source Type: research