September 25, 2025Plant DiseaseOpen Access

First Report of Gray and Pink Botrytis cinerea Causing Gray Mold on Blueberry Fruits (Vaccinium corymbosum L.) in Mexico

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Gray and atypical pink mold develops on blueberry fruits affected by Botrytis cinerea across multiple cultivars.
Three strains of Botrytis, including one producing pink pigmentation, were isolated from symptomatic blueberry samples.
Molecular identification confirmed the presence of unique phenotypes, highlighting species diversity and potential risks.
This report indicates a newly observed pink phenotype of Botrytis, suggesting further investigation is warranted.

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Observation reveals gray and atypical pink mold on blueberry fruits, indicating new challenges for growers.

Téliz‐Ortíz et al. (2025) studied this question.

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