Bacterial Leaf Scorch of Urban Trees
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Bacterial leaf scorch is caused by Xylella fastidiosa Wells et al. The pathogen causes chronic leaf scorch and decline in elm, oak, sycamore, and maple. X. fastidiosa has a wide host range and is responsible for many other serious diseases including Pierce's disease of grape, phony disease of peach, and citrus variegated chlorosis. Its role in shade tree disorders has only recently been recognized. Many questions regarding X. fastidiosa and its impact on amenity trees, such as mechanism of pathogenesis, methods of transmission, and management strategies await further study.
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