Advances in Research of the Growth-Promoting Effects of Entomopathogenic Fungi on Host Plants
刊名 Asian Agricultural Research
作者 Xiaolei JI, Ting LI, Tongrui YANG, Gongping HU, Yun LIU, Jing PENG, Jian TANG
作者单位 Guizhou Light Industry Polytechnic University; Guizhou Qiannan College of Science and Technology; Xihang University
DOI 10.19601/j.cnki.issn1943-9903.2026.06.005
年份 2026
刊期 6
页码 30-32
关键词 Entomopathogenic fungi, Endophytic colonization, Growth-promoting effect, Molecular mechanism, Sustainable agriculture
摘要 Entomopathogenic fungi are valuable beneficial microorganisms that display dual roles as insect pathogens and plant growth promoters in agriculture. This review presents recent advances in understanding the biological foundations of their growth-promoting effects and the molecular mechanisms underlying plant-fungus interactions. We further provide a comprehensive overview of the field performance of these fungi on major crops and the pathways for translating research into practice. Moreover, the review assesses the integrated value from ecological, economic, and social perspectives, aiming to offer theoretical guidance and practical insights for the deep development and broad application of entomopathogenic fungi in sustainable agriculture.