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RESEARCH LITERATURE

The Research Literature database was created and funded by the Florida Wildflower Foundation. Use the search features below to find scientific articles on native wildflowers that are commercially available or used in restoration projects.

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First report of a 'Candidatus Phytoplasma asteris'-related strain associated with little leaf disease of Helianthus debilis in Florida, USA

Author(s): N. A. Harrison and E. E. Helmick

Month: Aug
Year: 2008

Journal: Plant Pathology
Volume: 57
Issue: 4
Pages: 772-772

Article Topic(s): Pathology,Fungi
Research Setting(s): Laboratory,Garden

Species Referenced: Helianthus debilis (Cucumberleaf sunflower),

Abstract

Reports on a new pathogen on Helianthus debilis growing in a demonstration garden in Broward County, Florida. Symptoms of the disease included stunting, shoot proliferation, apical bunches of small, yellowed leaves and floral abnormalities. DNA analyses indicated the pathogen as a 'Candidatus Phytoplasma asteris'-related strain.

Suggested Citation

N. A. Harrison and E. E. Helmick. "First report of a 'Candidatus Phytoplasma asteris'-related strain associated with little leaf disease of Helianthus debilis in Florida, USA." Plant Pathology 57.4 (2008): 772-772.

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