Hello, Akash!
Two hosts are required for growing of puccinia graminis.
Like other Puccinia species, P. graminis is an obligate biotroph (it colonizes living plant cells) and has a complex life cycle featuring alternation of generations. The fungus is heteroecious, requiring two hosts to complete its life cycle – the cereal host and the alternate host.
Hope this helps!
Regular exam updates, QnA, Predictors, College Applications & E-books now on your Mobile