Research Progress of Mycovirus in Trichoderma

doi:10.16409/j.cnki.2095-039x.2026.02.013

Abstract

Abstract: Trichoderma spp. are filamentous fungi widely distributed in soil and plant g, exhibiting significant application value in agriculture, industry, and environmental remediation. In recent years, Trichoderma mycoviruses have attracted increasing attention due to their effects on host organisms. The interactions between mycoviruses and Trichoderma spp. not only influence the biological characteristics of the host but may also provide novel approaches and tools for biological control and genetic engineering. This review aims to summarize the research progress on Trichoderma mycoviruses, including their classification, host-virus interactions, research methodologies, and potential applications, thereby providing a reference for related studies. Further research on Trichoderma mycoviruses will facilitate in-depth exploration of the interaction mechanisms among Trichoderma, mycoviruses, and plants, thereby advancing research on the biocontrol and growth-promoting functions of Trichoderma spp..

Key words: Trichoderma spp., mycoviruses, biocontrol function

CLC Number:

S476

LIU Chenchen, WU Beilei, JIANG Xiliang. Research Progress of Mycovirus in Trichoderma[J]. Chinese Journal of Biological Control, 2026, 42(2): 489-495.

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