Virus
Mosaic virus (FMV): what it is, how it originates, and how to eliminate it effectively.
Mosaic Virus (Fmv)
Virus Fmv
Pathogen:
Virus
Type:
Risk to the plant:
HIGH
DESCRIPTION
WHO CAUSES IT?
Fig Mosaic Virus (FMV) is a pathogen that severely affects fig trees. This virus is transmitted mainly by vector mites, specifically Aceria ficus. Once the virus infects a plant, it spreads through the sap to all parts of the tree. The vector mites feed on the sap of the fig tree and in doing so, ingest the virus. Later, when the mites migrate to other plants, they inoculate the virus into new fig trees during their feeding. The virus can remain in the plant for life, affecting its vigor and productivity.
SYMPTOMS
The Fig Mosaic Virus produces a disease that causes various symptoms in the fig tree, affecting both the leaves and the fruits. The infection mainly manifests itself in the leaves, although it can also negatively impact the development and quality of the figs.
- Appearance of irregular chlorotic Taches on the leaves.
- Deformation and curling of the leaves.
- Reduction in the size of leaves and fruits.
- Decrease in the quantity and quality of the fruits.
- General weakening of the plant, making it more susceptible to other diseases and pests.
TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY
20-30 °C
60-80 %
HOW IS IT SPREAD?
Vector mites, infected planting material, contaminated tools, contact between plants
HOW TO REMOVE IT?
Home remedies
There are no home treatments
Chemical treatments
There are no effective treatments against viruses, the treatments are focused on combating the insect or vector carrying the virus (SEE AVAILABLE TREATMENTS AGAINST INSECTS)
Authorized treatments in organic farming
There are no effective treatments against viruses, the treatments are focused on combating the insect or vector carrying the virus (SEE AVAILABLE TREATMENTS AGAINST INSECTS)
Insect allies
PREDATORY MITES
LADYBUGS
LACEWINGS
PARASITIC WASPS
HOVERFLIES OR PARASITIC FLIES
PREDATORY BUGS
There are no natural allies
Mycodiplosis oidii (predatory mosquito)
EFFECTIVE PRODUCTS TO ELIMINATE THIS DISEASE
- Use virus-free planting material, certifying the health of the cuttings and seedlings.
- Implement biological and chemical control measures to reduce the population of vector mites.
- Carry out regular monitoring for early detection of the disease and the vector mite.
- Remove and destroy infected plants to prevent the spread of the virus.
- Maintain good hygiene in the garden, eliminating plant debris and weeds that can serve as a refuge for mites.
- Promote cultural practices that strengthen the general health of plants, such as adequate irrigation and balanced fertilization.
- Avoid using contaminated pruning tools and disinfect them before using them on other plants.
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