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How to recognize and combat black spot on lemon trees
Black Spot
Fungus
Type:
Risk to the plant:
INTERMEDIATE
Phyllosticta Citricarpa
Pathogen:

Micosis/Hongos
WHO CAUSES IT?
Phyllosticta citricarpa is a fungal pathogen that causes the disease known as citrus black spot. This fungus mainly affects citrus fruits, such as oranges, lemons and grapefruits. It is characterized by the formation of dark, sunken Taches on the leaves, fruits and stems of affected trees. These Taches can spread quickly and seriously affect plant health and fruit quality.
SYMPTOMS
The disease caused by Phyllosticta citricarpa in citrus initially manifests itself as small brown lesions on the leaves, which eventually enlarge and acquire a dark, almost black color. These lesions may have a lighter border and are often surrounded by a yellow halo. On fruits, the lesions are similar, with dark, sunken Taches that can cover large areas of the surface, affecting their appearance and quality.


DEVELOPMENT CONDITIONS
Temperature:
25°C - 30°C
Humidity:
80% - 95%
HOW IS IT SPREAD?
Rain, wind, contact between plants, infected plant material, contaminated harvest equipment.
HOW TO ELIMINATE IT?
Home treatments
There are no home treatments
Natural allies
Chemical treatments
There are no treatments for this disease. Treatments are directed at the insect vectors that transmit it. See insect treatments.

















