Some thoughts on the future strategy for eradicating Serpula lacrymans from a building

IRG/WP 1405

D H Jennings

We now have a clear view of the mechanism of translocation of nutrients in the mycelium of Serpula lacrymans which is one of the physiological processes underlying the remarkable capacity of this fungus to spread through a building. Here the elements of the mechanism of translocation are dissected out to suggest avenues which might be followed in the search for new ways for eradicating the fungus from buildings.


Keywords: SERPULA LACRYMANS; TRANSLOCATION; WATER RELATIONS; BIOCHEMISTRY; ANTI-SERPULA COMPOUNDS; BUILDINGS; DECAY; DRY ROT; SOLUTES

Conference: 89-05-22/26 Lappeenranta, Finland


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