In this article we will discuss about the little leaf of brinjal caused by mycoplasma. Symptoms of Little Leaf Disease: The main symptom of the disease is the production of very short leaves by affected plant. The petioles are so much reduced in size that leaves appear sticking to the stem. Such leaves are narrow, soft, smooth and yellowish in [...]
In this article we will discuss about the rust of linseed caused by basidiorycetes. Host: Linum Usitatissimum. Pathogen: Melampsora Lini. Introduction to the Rust of Linseed: Rust of linseed is a common disease of flax growing areas of the world. In India flax is a major oilseed crop cultivated in almost all the states. The crop is generally cultivated during [...]
In this article we will discuss about the citrus canker disease caused by bacteria. Host: Citrus sp. Pathogen: Xanthomonas sp. Introduction to the Citrus Canker Disease: Citrus Canker is a bacterial disease of worldwide distribution occurring wherever citrus is grown. It is a serious menace to our most valued citrus orchards causing objectionable blemishes on the fruit. The disease causes [...]