 Spiroplasma citri. Photo: J.M. Bové, INRA Centre de Recherches de Bordeaux, Bugwood.org |
- Bacterial disease that leads to reduced fruit quality and yield
- Symptoms include stunted growth; short, broad and upright leaves; lopsided or acorn-shaped fruit with possible inverted or uneven colouration
- Transmitted between plants by feeding activities of leafhoppers or through transportation of infected plant material
- Found throughout the Mediterranean basin and the Middle East, as well as parts of the USA, South America and northern Africa
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High priority pest of: Citrus
Scientific name: Spiroplasma citri
EPPRD Category:
Life Form: Bacteria
Pest Documents
FS: fact sheet
CP: contingency plan
DP: diagnostic protocol
