Bacterial leaf blight of Lobelia is caused by the bacterium Pseudomonas viridiflava. Symptoms of bacterial blight of Lobelia can occur on flowers and leaves.
Downy mildew of Impatiens is caused by the fungus-like Plasmopara obducens. The disease can cause stunting, premature leaf fall, poor flowering and in some case
Over 16 virus and virus-like (viroid) diseases have been reported to infect chrysanthemums. Four of these are considered economically important in Australia.
More than 7 virus diseases have been recorded in gladiolus. Bean yellow mosaic virus and cucumber mosaic virus are the most widespread in Australia.
A bacteria that is exotic to Australia and is the number 1 Priority Plant Pest. It is a threat to agriculture and native flora.
We acknowledge the traditional Aboriginal Owners of Country throughout Victoria, their ongoing connection to this land and we pay our respects to their culture and their Elders past, present and future.
