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Bahsiev, Aighiuni


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Survey of 'Candidatus phytoplasma solani' presence in some agricultural crops Bahsiev, Zamorzaeva-Orleanscaia (2026). Biotechnologies and Sustainable Development Ca. Phytoplasma solani
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Optimization of the method of molecular analysis of 'Candidatus Phytoplasma Solani' in weeds Bahsiev, Zamorzaeva (2023). Bulletin of the Academy of Sciences of Moldova Life Sciences (3(347)) Ca. Phytoplasma Ca. Phytoplasma solani
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QPCR detection and quantification of ‘Candidatus phytoplasma solani’ in tomato with primers targeting CPN60 gene Institute of Genetics, Physiology and Plant Protection, Republic of Moldova et al. (2021). Genetics, Physiology and Plant Breeding Ca. Phytoplasma solani
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Impact of ‘candidatus phytoplasma solani’ presence on fruit quality of different moldovan tomato varieties Zamorzaeva et al. (2020). PHYTOPATHOGENIC MOLLICUTES 10 (2)

Survey of 'Candidatus phytoplasma solani' presence in some agricultural crops
'Candidatus Phytoplasma solani' is a distinct species of the class Mollicutes (16SrXII group), characterized by phloem-limited localization and strong host dependence. It is widely distributed, mainly in Europe, and affects over 100 plant species, including economically important crops for Moldova. The name reflects its significant impact on plants of the Solanaceae family, causing stolbur disease. It also infects grapevine, pepper, maize, lavender, and other crops. Climate change has favored the spread of the pathogen and its insect vectors into new regions and host plants. Therefore, monitoring and controlling its dissemination in economically important crops is essential. Accurate diagnosis can be achieved by molecular methods, with PCR-based techniques offering a reliable and cost-effective approach. The aim of the study was to determine the presence or absence of infection in some agricultural crops: tomato, maize, potato, pepper, eggplant, wheat, plum and apple growing in experimental fields of Institute of Genetics, Physiology and Plant Protection, MSU. Materials and methods: Various DNA extraction methods were used depending on plant culture: boiling in alkaline solution, DNAzol, SDS, CTAB. Nested PCR analysis was carried out using specific to 'Ca. P. solani' primers designed on the base of chaperonine or 16S rRNA gene sequences. Amplification results were recorded using gel agarose electrophoresis (1.5% agarose, 0.5 x TBE buffer) stained with ethidium bromide and visualized in UV. Results: A comprehensive study of tomato conducted during 2016-2025 showed the continuous presence of the pathogen, with infection rates reaching up to 72% depending on annual conditions, confirming the high susceptibility of tomato to 'Ca. P. solani'. In potato, 14.6% of plants were infected, while sweet pepper showed a much lower incidence of 4%. Overall, the results indicate the predominant distribution of the pathogen within the Solanaceae family, further supported by its detection in the ruderal species Solanum nigrum. The phytoplasma was not detected only in eggplant among the analyzed Solanaceae species. In contrast, molecular diagnostics gave negative results in crops from other families, including maize and wheat (cereals), as well as apple and plum (fruit crops). The pathogen was not detected in orchard trees during either the dormant or fruit-bearing stages. Conclusions: Thus, obtained results demonstrate an ecological and epidemiological specificity of 'Ca. P. solani' for certain host species, characterized by a high incidence in Solanaceae, particularly tomato. Additionally, the study confirms the potential role of ruderal species within the same family as natural reservoirs of the pathogen. These data contribute to a deeper understanding of the spread of the phytoplasma providing a base for effective monitoring and phytosanitary management strategies.
Optimization of the method of molecular analysis of 'Candidatus Phytoplasma Solani' in weeds
The article demonstrates the results of the molecular analysis of 'Candidatus Phytoplasma solani' presence in some weed species, possible reservoirs of infection. During the study, the optimal conditions for the determination of phytoplasma in weeds were selected. The research was carried out over three years. The presence of the pathogen 'Ca. P. solani' was found in the plants of Solanum nigrum and Convolvulus arvense. Also, as a result of the study, it was established that the method of isolation by boiling in alkaline solution is the most efficient and allows to obtain truthful results compared to other methods used.
QPCR detection and quantification of ‘Candidatus phytoplasma solani’ in tomato with primers targeting CPN60 gene
Tomato is one of the most economically important crops in Republic of Moldova. However, it is affected by a number of pathogens. One of the wide spread diseases is stolbur caused by the infection agent ‘Candidatus Phytoplasma solani’. Accurate diagnostics of the disease at an early stage is essential for successful control of the disease. In this work, we describe detection and quantification of ‘Candida-tus Phytoplasma solani’ in tomato by real-time PCR, as well as suitability of the method for assessing resistance of different tomato varieties to Phytoplasma infection.
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