Phylogenetic analyses and cross‐infection studies of Phytophthora species infecting cacao and durian in South‐Central Mindanao, Philippines

Phytophthora pathogens have contributed largely to the production losses of plantation crops such as cacao and durian. Correct identification and knowledge of the diversity of the pathogen is a requisite in the formulation of effective management strategies. Fifty‐eight putative Phytophthora isolates were collected from cacao and durian orchards in South‐Central Mindanao, Philippines, with 43 from cacao and 15 from durian. Molecular...