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rust fungus

/rʌst ˈfʌŋɡəs/

Traducción: Tipo de hongo parásito del orden Pucciniales que infecta plantas, causando manchas o pústulas de color parecido al óxido en hojas y tallos, lo que a menudo daña los cultivos.

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/rʌst ˈfʌŋɡəs/C1formalscientific
  • esTipo de hongo parásito del orden Pucciniales que infecta plantas, causando manchas o pústulas de color parecido al óxido en hojas y tallos, lo que a menudo daña los cultivos.

A type of parasitic fungus from the order Pucciniales that infects plants, causing rust-colored spots or pustules on leaves and stems, often leading to crop damage.

  1. Plant diseaseC1formal

    A parasitic fungal disease that affects plants, characterized by reddish or orange pustules on leaves and stems.

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    • The wheat crop was severely damaged by rust fungus this season.
    • Gardeners often treat rust fungus with fungicides.
    • Rust fungus can spread quickly in humid conditions.