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Cephaleuros virescens (Red algae disease)
 
Scientific name
Cephaleuros virescens
Common name
Red algae disease
 
Symptom
  • Lesions usually appear on the upper surface of leaves, fruits and branches
  • The wound is round, has a smooth velvet layer
  • There is a large black halo in the middle of the body
Distribution
  • The fungal mass produces sporangia and releases fungal spores
  • Fungal spores are spread by dew or water droplets
Prevention and Control

Cultivation measures

  • There are no varieties resistant to red algae disease
  • Algae pruning shade plants to create a clear garden
  • Balanced inorganic fertilizer application
  • Increase organic fertilizer application
  • Adequate watering in the dry season
  • Clean the garden, collect the infected leaves, stems, etc., out of the garden and destroy
 
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