Lifespan of Fusarium

Fusarium | Carrier | Formulation | Propagation | Lifespan | Shelf Life | Xylem

The lifespan of Fusarium oxysporum, especially in the context of agarwood inoculation, can vary depending on environmental conditions and the medium it inhabits:

In Soil or Substrate:

  • Survival time: Up to 10 years or more in the absence of a host.
  • Form: Survives as chlamydospores (thick-walled resting spores), which are highly resilient to desiccation and environmental stress.

In Liquid Inoculant:

  • Viability: Around 6 to 12 months when stored properly at 4–10°C, depending on formulation and preservation (e.g., glycerol or mineral oil).
  • Shelf life can be extended if freeze-dried or encapsulated.

Inside Host (Aquilaria malaccensis):

  • Persistence: Fusarium can remain active within plant tissues for months to years, depending on plant response and inoculation method.
  • It may persist systemically or locally where inoculated, depending on the strain and conditions.
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