Rust of Beans
Uromyces viciae

Uromyces appendiculatus

Description:

A fungal disease that starts on leaves as pale yellow spots about 1.5 mm diameter. Opposite these spots on the underside of the leaf, small raised reddish brown blisters appear within 2-3 days and release powdery spores. In severe infections the leaf may yellow and fall. On pods, slimy blisters may appear but they don't usually burst and release spores.

Species Affected:

Beans

Biology:

Favoured by temperate, damp weather or heavy dews.

Spread by wind blown spores.

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Management and Control:

Plant resistant varieties.

Remove and destroy infected plants.

Apply fungicides.

Related and Similar Species:

References:

1205

Acknowledgments:

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