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cedar rusts

Gymnosporangium

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Pucciniomycetes ›Order: Pucciniales ›Family: Gymnosporangiaceae ›

About

Gymnosporangium is a genus of heteroecious plant-pathogenic fungi which alternately infect members of the family Cupressaceae, primarily species in the genus Juniperus (junipers), and members of the family Rosaceae in the subfamily Amygdaloideae (apples, pears, quinces, shadbush, hawthorns, rowans and their relatives). The common name cedar-apple rusts has been used for these fungi. According to the Dictionary of the Fungi (10th edition, 2008), there are about 57 species in the genus.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of cedar rusts?
The scientific name of cedar rusts is Gymnosporangium.
What kingdom does cedar rusts belong to?
cedar rusts belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does cedar rusts belong to?
cedar rusts belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does cedar rusts belong to?
cedar rusts belongs to the class Pucciniomycetes.
What order does cedar rusts belong to?
cedar rusts belongs to the order Pucciniales.
What family does cedar rusts belong to?
cedar rusts belongs to the family Gymnosporangiaceae.