Phytophthora pluvialis

Photo: Scion, New Zealand Forest Research Institute Ltd

Fungal pathogen that affects the needles of Radiata pine Infected needles develop pale olive or khaki coloured regions with resinous bands Infections can cause significant defoliation

High priority pest of: Plantation forestry

Pest Documents

• Red needle cast FS

FS: fact sheet

CP: contingency plan

DP: diagnostic protocol