-Fungi Including Lichens ( Kingdom Fungi)

-Ascomycete Fungi (Phylum Ascomycota)

-Sac Fungi and Lichens Subphylum Pezizomycotina

-Class Leotiomycetes

-Order Helotiales

-Family Sclerotiniaceae

-Genus Botrytis

The genus Botrytis comprises a group of fungi in the family Sclerotiniaceae, notable for their role as plant pathogens. Produces conidia (asexual spores) that are gray or brown and borne in clusters, giving the characteristic "gray mold" appearance. Affects fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants.