OCORRÊNCIA DE FITONEMATOIDES EM ROSAS DO DESERTO: IMPACTOS DO COMPARTILHAMENTO DE VASOS E MEIO DE CULTIVO

Abstract

Nematology is the branch of biology that studies nematodes, also known as roundworms. These organisms are found in diverse environments—such as soil, freshwater, and saltwater—and even as parasites of plants, animals, and humans. Nematology encompasses a wide range of topics, including taxonomy, morphology, physiology, ecology, genetics, and nematode control and management. Nematologists play a vital role in agriculture, public health, and environmental conservation, given the impact of nematodes on crops, disease transmission, and natural ecosystems. The study demonstrated that proper management and cultivation in high-quality substrate are effective in preventing nematode infestations in *Adenium obesum*, as significant differences were observed between shared pots and solitary pots.