Fraxinus, commonly called ash, is a genus of plants in the olive and lilac family, Oleaceae, and comprises 45–65 species of usually medium-to-large trees, most of which are deciduous trees, although some subtropical species are evergreen trees. The genus is widespread throughout much of Europe, Asia, and North America.
Diseases Affecting Ash
Bacterial Leaf Scorch
Leaf scorch, sometimes called marginal leaf burn, describes the death of tissue along the edge of the leaf. This symptom develops when sufficient water does not reach the leaf margin cells. This can occur if 1) there is insufficient moisture in the soil 2) water is lost too quickly from the leaves to be replaced…
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Ash Yellows
Ash yellows is a disease caused by Candidatus fraxinii, which affects the tree’s vascular system or its’ phloem sieve tubes. It is presently only found in North America. Ash yellows disease cycle is still a mystery. Experts think it is transmitted by insect vectors such as leaf hoppers which also transmit viruses.
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Insects Affecting Ash
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