Masataka Izumi

The paper characterizes the genome of Teratoramularia rumicicola, identifies functional genes and isolate-specific variations, and highlights potential virulence factors relevant to its use as a microbial herbicide.

This study re-identifies a historic fungal strain as Teratoramularia rumicicola and confirms its pathogenic effects on Rumex species, revealing its early occurrence in Japan.

This study identifies a fungal pathogen, Teratoramularia rumicicola strain TR4, that selectively targets Rumex weeds without affecting forage crops, suggesting its potential as a bioherbicide.