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Molecular evidence for the occurrence of tomato leaf curl New Delhi virus on chayote (Sechium edule) in southern India.

ABSTRACT: During 2012-2014, mosaic disease on chayote in the farmers field of Kodaikanal region (high altitude zone) of Tamil Nadu was observed. The disease was characterized with severe mosaic, cupping and enation on leaves with reduced fruit size. Disease was found to causes an yield loss of more than 60% with the maximum disease incidence of 100% for the past 5 years consecutively. Preliminary serological and molecular screening indicated the association of begomovirus with the disease. Complete nucleotide sequence and phylogenetic analysis of DNA A revealed the identity of the virus as tomato leaf curl New Delhi virus (ToLCNDV). In recombination analysis study, the major parent was identified as ToLCNDV from Pakistan infecting tomato. Thus the present finding confirms expansion of new geographical region and host for ToLCNDV causing mosaic disease on chayote from Tamil Nadu. To our knowledge this is the first confirmed report for the occurrence of ToLCNDV on chayote in southern India.

SUBMITTER: Nagendran K

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5747844 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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Molecular evidence for the occurrence of tomato leaf curl New Delhi virus on chayote (<i>Sechium edule</i>) in southern India.

Nagendran K K Mohankumar S S Mohammed Faisal P P Bagewadi B B Karthikeyan G G

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During 2012-2014, mosaic disease on chayote in the farmers field of Kodaikanal region (high altitude zone) of Tamil Nadu was observed. The disease was characterized with severe mosaic, cupping and enation on leaves with reduced fruit size. Disease was found to causes an yield loss of more than 60% with the maximum disease incidence of 100% for the past 5 years consecutively. Preliminary serological and molecular screening indicated the association of begomovirus with the disease. Complete nucleo ...[more]

PMID: 29291235

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Project description:BackgroundChayote is an underutilized species of Cucurbitaceae. It is rich in nutrients such as protein, minerals, phenols and its extracts have anti-cardiovascular and anti-cancer effects, making it a versatile plant for both medicinal and culinary purposes. Although research on its root tuber is limited, they are rich in starch and have a structure similar to that of potatoes, cassava, and sweet potatoes. Therefore, they can serve as potential substitutes for potatoes and offer promising prospects as agricultural and industrial resources. However, the physiological and cellular mechanisms of chayote root tuber formation and development are still unclear.ResultsIn this study, we observed the growth habit of 'Tuershao' (high yield of root tuber). The results revealed that the tuber enlargement period of 'Tuershao' lasts approximately 120 days, with the early enlargement phase occurring during 0-30 days, rapid enlargement phase during 30-90 days, and maturation phase during 90-120 days. Physiological indicators demonstrated a gradual increase in starch content as the tuber developed. The activities of sucrose synthase (SUS) and invertase (VIN) showed a consistent trend, reaching the highest level in the rapid expansion period, which was the key enzyme affecting tuber expansion. Moreover, the special petal like structure formed by the secondary phloem and secondary xylem of the tuber resulted in its enlargement, facilitating the accumulation of abundant starch within the thin-walled cells of this structure. Principal component analysis further confirmed that starch content, SUS and VIN activities, as well as the concentrations of calcium (Ca), iron (Fe), and selenium (Se), were the major factors influencing tuber development. Moreover, the low temperature environment not only promoted the growth of 'Tuershao' tubers but also enhanced the accumulation of nutritional substances.ConclusionsThese findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the formation and developmental mechanisms of 'Tuershao' tubers, providing valuable guidance for cultivation practices aimed at improving crop yield.

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Molecular evidence for the occurrence of tomato leaf curl New Delhi virus on chayote (Sechium edule) in southern India.

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Molecular evidence for the occurrence of tomato leaf curl New Delhi virus on chayote (<i>Sechium edule</i>) in southern India.

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