DISEASES OF ROOTS MIGRATORY ECTOPARASITES
DISEASES OF ROOTS MIGRATORY ECTOPARASITES
DISEASES OF ROOTS MIGRATORY ECTOPARASITES
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Helicotylenchus spp. = “spiral” nematodes<br />
Symptoms<br />
-Invades cortex -> lesions developing to root rots<br />
with other pathogens (Fusarium, Rhizoctonia).<br />
-Since banana is propagated vegetatively, infection is<br />
spread by planting infested rhizomes.<br />
-Weakened root systems can cause plants to fall over<br />
in high winds.
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