Species Variability as a Determinant of Root Knot Nematode, Meloidogyne incognita Race 1, Resistance on Crotalaria spp.

  • H. K. Cheruiyot University of Eldoret; P.O. Box 1125-30100, Eldoret
  • E.N. Omami University of Eldoret; P.O. Box 1125-30100, Eldoret
  • J. O. Ochuodho University of Eldoret; P.O. Box 1125-30100, Eldoret
  • M. Mbogo University of Eldoret; P.O. Box 1125-30100, Eldoret
  • N. P. Njira Moi University, P.O. Box. 3900 30100 Eldoret.
##article.subject##: Screening, Crotalaria, Host Suitability, Resistance, Susceptible

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Crotalaria are poor hosts of many plant-parasitic nematodes, including Meloidogyne spp., Rotylenchus spp. and Pratylenchus spp. It can be utilized for this vital role under a cropping system. The study aimed at determining the host suitability of different rattle pod, Crotalaria, specie against root knot nematodes (Meloidogyne incognita race 1). Pot experiments were used to screen seven Crotalaria species under green house conditions (23o C). Inoculation was done at an equal threshold level of 3000 juveniles. The set-up was arranged in a complete randomized design. Resistance related data based on the reproduction factor (Rf), galling index (GI) and disease severity were recorded. Data analysis was done by subjected to analysis of variance and the means separated using LSD and Duncans Multiple Range Test (DNMRT). The seven Crotalaria species had significant differences in resistance to root knot nematodes (P < .001). The species C. intermedia was the most resistant specie depicted by a low Rf value while C. trichotoma was relatively susceptible shown by a higher Rf value. A similar case was seen for the galling index (GI) for the two species. From the disease scoring on a 0-5 index for nematode infestation there was a significant variation whereby C. intermedia was scored as disease free while C. trichotoma was rated as very severe. Selection based on resistance of the Crotalaria species can be determinant on the efficacy of a Crotalaria species in root knot nematode control

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