👉 "Leucifer" is a term in plant biology that refers to a chemical compound produced by certain types of fungi. It's often used as an indicator of disease, indicating that a fungus has caused damage or infection within a plant. This chemical compound can be found in the sap of infected plants and can also be present on the surface of healthy plants. The term "leucifer" comes from the Greek word "leukos", which means "blood" or "red".