Plant Diseases Flashcards
1
Q
How to detect disease in plants
A
Stunted growth
Spots on leaves
Areas of decay
Discolouration
Malformed stems or leaves
Pests
2
Q
What are aphids
A
Plant pests
Feed on cell sap (sugar rich)
Transfer bacteria, fungi, viruses,
3
Q
What are the two main deficiencies in plants
A
Nitrate ~ stunted growth
Magnesium ~ chlorosis
4
Q
How to identify plant disease
A
Gardening manuals/websites
Laboratory
Testing kits that contain monoclonal antibodies
