arabis mosaic Flashcards
1
Q
what crops does arabis mosaic virus affect?
A
common weeds- chickweeds
soft fruits-strawberries
ornamental plants
2
Q
how is the virus spread?
A
by a common soil-inhabiting nematode
the virus is retained in its body for several months.
3
Q
symptoms of virus are?
A
strawberries: yellow spots/mottling on leaves
ornamental plants; yellow rings/lines on leaves-plant slowly dies back
4
Q
control methods are?
A
buy certified virus-free soft fruit planting material
