Fungi are a group of eukaryotic organisms that are responsible for causing a large number of plant diseases in agriculture and forestry. They reproduce through spores and can infect plants through various means, such as the release of enzymes that break down plant cell walls and allow the fungus to enter the plant tissues. Fungi in plant pathology can cause a wide range of symptoms, including wilting, leaf spots, rotting, and can ultimately lead to plant death if left untreated. Management of fungal plant diseases often involves the use of fungicides, cultural practices, and resistant plant varieties.
