Trichoderma longibrachiatum is a beneficial fungus classified under the phylum Ascomycota (formerly known as "imperfect fungi") and is recognized as a key biocontrol agent in plant protection science. Its preferred substance name is Trichoderma longibrachiatum, with synonyms including Hypocrea sagamiensis and the CAS number 67892-33-5.
Morphologically, this fungus exhibits distinct characteristics across different culture media:
On PDA medium, colonies reach a radius of 65–70 mm at 20–30℃ in dark conditions, forming dark green conidial piles with occasional white spots and faint yellow hyphal stripes.
Conidia are green, elliptical or slender elliptical, while chlamydospores are abundant on CMD medium.
It thrives at 30–35℃, with maximum conidia production at these temperatures, and produces diffusible yellow pigments that peak at 30℃.
Naturally occurring in soil environments, Trichoderma longibrachiatum has gained widespread attention for its dual role in plant health and soil improvement. It acts through multiple biological mechanisms to support agricultural sustainability, making it a core product in bio-based crop protection and soil management solutions.
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