What is another word for sclerotinia?
Pronunciation: [sklˌɛɹətˈɪni͡ə] (IPA) 
Sclerotinia is a fungal disease that affects various plants and crops. It is also known as white mold, stem rot, and cottony rot. Other synonyms for sclerotinia include fungus rot, watery soft rot, snowy mold, and cobweb mold. This disease is primarily caused by the Sclerotinia sclerotiorum fungus. It infects the plant tissue and produces hard, black sclerotia that can survive in soil for several years. Plants that are affected by sclerotinia include vegetables like tomatoes, lettuce, beans, and peas, as well as crops like sunflowers, canola, and soybeans. Proper crop rotation, use of resistant varieties, and good cultural practices can help prevent sclerotinia in crops.
