Yellows of Brassicas
Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. conglutinans
Description:
Yellow leaves that often twist sideways. Yellow to brown discoloration of vascular tissue.
Stunted or slow growing plants and only one side of the plant may be affected.
Species Affected:
Brassicas.
Biology:
Favoured by warm conditions and potassium deficiency.
Survives in the soil for many years.
Spread by movement of soil and water flows.
Life Cycle:
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Distribution:
Significance:
Management and Control:
Plant resistant varieties.
Apply adequate potassium.
Related and Similar Species:
Crown Rot of Cereals (Fusarium graminearum Group 1)
Head Scab of Wheat (Fusarium graminearum Group II)
References:
1206
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