L. R. Petigrosso

Enhancement of performance in tall fescue by endophyte presence

Summary Background and aims: The invasion of exotic plant species can be facilitated by the presence of endophytes. Plants and caryopses of Lolium arundinaceum (tall fescue) are frequently infected by the endophytic fungus Epichloë coenophiala, which is toxic to livestock. This study evaluated the effect of E. coenophi...