Viruses
7 entries
Cucumber mosaic virus
Cucumovirus
Cucumber mosaic virus (CMV) is a widespread plant virus that affects a wide range of host plants, causing symptoms such as mosaic patterns on leaves, stunted growth, and leaf curling. It is transmitted by aphids and can lead to significant yield losses if not managed properly.
Tomato mosaic virus
Tobamovirus
Tomato mosaic virus (ToMV) is a viral disease affecting tomatoes, causing distinctive mosaic patterns on leaves, stunted growth, and reduced yield. Infected plants exhibit mottled, distorted leaves and may show yellowing or curling.
Tomato spotted wilt virus
Orthotospovirus
Tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) is a significant viral disease affecting a wide range of plants, including tomatoes. It is characterized by distinctive ring spots, wilting, and stunted growth, leading to reduced yield and quality.
Tomato yellow leaf curl virus
Begomovirus
Tomato yellow leaf curl virus (TYLCV) is a viral disease affecting tomato plants, characterized by yellowing and curling of leaves, stunted growth, and reduced fruit yield. It is transmitted by the whitefly vector, Bemisia tabaci.
Impatiens necrotic spot virus
Orthotospovirus
Impatiens necrotic spot virus (INSV) is a plant disease caused by Orthotospovirus, affecting a wide range of ornamental plants. It is characterized by necrotic spots on leaves, stems, and flowers, leading to stunted growth and reduced plant vigor.
Hosta virus X
Potexvirus
Hosta virus X (HVX) is a viral disease affecting hostas, characterized by mottled or mosaic patterns on the leaves. It can cause distortion and discoloration, but often does not kill the plant.
Rose mosaic virus
Ilarvirus
Rose mosaic virus is a viral disease affecting roses, caused by Ilarvirus. It manifests as a mosaic or mottled pattern on the leaves, often accompanied by distorted growth. While it can reduce the aesthetic quality of the plant, it is generally not fatal.