Pathogen Information
Verticillium wilt is cause by Verticillium dahliae or Verticillium albo-atrum. it can lay dormant in the soil for years infecting a new host plant withe the following symtoms:
- yellowing, wilting commonly effecting one side of the plant
- Vascular discolorations can leaves, stems, and fruits
- Most symptoms will appear on one side of the plant until the plant dies
Environmental Conditions
- Temperature: 70-80°F
- Humidity:Thrives in moist soil
- Most effected species: Asteraceae, Brassicaceae, and Solanaceous
Disease Progression
Early Stage
Wilting on one side of the plant
Mid Stage
As it spreads the veins through the plant will darken and the plant dries out
Late Stage
Death of plant
Prevention Methods
- Maintain proper plant spacing
- Remove and destroy infected plant debris
- Use disease-free seeds and resistant varieties
- Rotate crops with non-susceptible plants
Treatment Options
- No treatment is available
