Poplar
2009, Issue 183-184, p. 115-120
Original scientific paper
UDC: 582.623.2: 631.52; 577.112: 577.21
2009, Issue 183-184, p. 115-120
Original scientific paper
UDC: 582.623.2: 631.52; 577.112: 577.21
Molecular Characterization of Causal Agents of Poplar Rusts (Melampsora spp.)
Vladislava Galović 1*, Saša Orlović 1, Predrag Pap 1, Branislav Kovačević 1, Miroslav Marković 1
1 University of Novi Sad, Institute of Lowland Forestry and Environment, Novi Sad, Serbia
Corresponding author:
Vladislava Galović, E-mail: vladislava.galovic@gmail.com
Abstract
The research work of population composition of causal agent of poplar rust Melampsora spp. in the black poplar clones using molecular methods was initiated. For genetic characterization of Melampsora species two SSR markers for the locuses MmCAT-30 and MlCAG101 were used. First results indicate the existence of two Melampsora species. The first is the widespread M. larici-populina, while the other according to our preliminary results could be M. medusae. It is necessary to continue research in order to characterize causing rust on poplar clones in our country.
Keywords: poplar rust, molecular characterisation, microsatellites