L-cysteine inhibits the in vitro and in vivo growth of Alternaria alternata via disrupting cell membrane integrity and compromising cell wall structure.

Alternaria alternata, a ubiquitous saprophytic fungus, is the causative agent of black spot decay in postharvest fruit and vegetables. This study was conducted to evaluate the effects of L-cysteine (Cys) on the in vitro and in vivo growth of A. alter…

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