Nematode, Stem
Ditylenchus dipsaci
0 host plants · Nematode
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Nematode, Stem can show up on landscape plants, producing visible damage that ranges from leaf spots and discoloration to branch dieback depending on severity. Early detection gives you the best management options.
Start with sanitation: remove and dispose of affected material as you find it. Thin dense growth to improve air circulation, and redirect irrigation away from foliage. If the condition persists despite cultural adjustments, your local Extension office can help identify the pathogen and recommend targeted treatments.
Quick Reference
Agent Type
nematode
Causal Agent
Ditylenchus dipsaci
Host Plants
0
Management
Cultural Controls
- Remove infected plants.
- Rotate to new land or other crops for 3 years.
- Avoid planting in fields where red clover has been affected.
- Fallow periods can disrupt the nematode life cycle.
- Practice good weed control using herbicides or tillage.