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Wart diseases of potato is caused by :
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Synchytrium endobioticum
Potato Wart Disease Cause
Potato wart disease significantly impacts potato cultivation, causing tuber malformations.
Identifying the Pathogen
The causative agent for potato wart disease is the obligate parasitic fungus known as $\textit{Synchytrium endobioticum}$.
This pathogen specifically targets potato tubers, stems, and leaves, inducing the formation of wart-like galls.
Distinguishing from Other Diseases
The other options listed cause different potato or related crop afflictions:
- Protomyces macrosporus: Causes stem gall in coriander.
- Alternaria solani: Causes early blight disease in potatoes and tomatoes.
- Phytophthora infestans: Causes late blight disease in potatoes and tomatoes.
Therefore, $\textit{Synchytrium endobioticum}$ is the correct cause of potato wart disease.
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