Botrytis Resilience

Botrytis resilience is not a terpene but rather a phenotypic trait some cannabis cultivars express when exposed to Botrytis cinerea (gray mold), a common fungal pathogen in cultivation environments. Breeders studying plant resistance mechanisms have observed that certain genetic lineages show slower fungal colonization or reduced susceptibility under high-humidity conditions. This trait is often polygenic, influenced by plant structure (airflow capacity, leaf density), epidermal chemistry, and possibly volatile profiles rather than a single terpene. Research into disease-resistant cultivars remains ongoing in regions where botrytis pressure is significant during flowering. Documentation of resistance is primarily empirical and cultivation-dependent rather than chemically defined.

Breeders working in humid climates or indoor facilities prioritize botrytis resilience through selective breeding and environmental control strategies. Cultivars reported to manage botrytis pressure are often crossed to introduce or reinforce these traits while maintaining desired cannabinoid and terpene profiles.