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'''Ditylenchus dipsaci''' is a species of [[plant-parasitic nematode]] that affects a wide range of host plants, causing significant agricultural damage. It is commonly known as the [[stem and bulb nematode]]. | |||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
Ditylenchus dipsaci is a microscopic roundworm, | Ditylenchus dipsaci is a microscopic [[roundworm]] that invades plant tissues, particularly stems and bulbs. It is capable of surviving in a dormant state in dry plant material, making it a persistent pest in agricultural settings. | ||
==Life Cycle== | |||
The life cycle of Ditylenchus dipsaci includes several stages: egg, juvenile, and adult. The nematode reproduces rapidly under favorable conditions, leading to large populations that can severely damage host plants. | |||
==Host Plants== | ==Host Plants== | ||
This nematode affects a variety of plants, including [[onions]], [[garlic]], [[tulips]], and [[strawberries]]. It is particularly damaging to [[bulbous plants]] and can cause [[economic losses]] in [[agriculture]]. | |||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
Infected plants exhibit | Infected plants may exhibit symptoms such as [[wilting]], [[stunted growth]], and [[yellowing of leaves]]. In severe cases, the plant may die. The nematode causes [[tissue damage]] by feeding on plant cells, leading to [[necrosis]] and [[deformation]]. | ||
==Control and Management== | |||
Effective management of Ditylenchus dipsaci involves [[integrated pest management]] strategies. These include: | |||
* [[Crop rotation]] to prevent nematode buildup in the soil. | |||
* Use of [[nematicides]] to reduce nematode populations. | |||
* Planting [[resistant varieties]] of crops. | |||
* Ensuring proper [[sanitation]] and removal of infected plant material. | |||
== | ==Prevention== | ||
Preventive measures are crucial in managing Ditylenchus dipsaci. Farmers are advised to: | |||
* | * Implement [[quarantine measures]] to prevent the spread of the nematode. | ||
* Use | * Use [[certified disease-free seeds]] and planting material. | ||
* Maintain good [[field hygiene]] to reduce the risk of infestation. | |||
* | |||
== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[ | * [[Nematology]] | ||
* [[Plant pathology]] | * [[Plant pathology]] | ||
* [[Integrated pest management]] | * [[Integrated pest management]] | ||
== | ==References== | ||
{{Reflist}} | |||
==External Links== | |||
* [https://www.cabi.org/isc/datasheet/19294 CABI Invasive Species Compendium: Ditylenchus dipsaci] | |||
* [https://www.apsnet.org/edcenter/disandpath/nematodes/Pages/Ditylenchus.aspx American Phytopathological Society: Ditylenchus dipsaci] | |||
[[Category:Nematodes]] | [[Category:Nematodes]] | ||
[[Category:Plant pathogens and diseases]] | [[Category:Plant pathogens and diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Agricultural pest nematodes]] | |||
Latest revision as of 22:46, 27 February 2025
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Ditylenchus dipsaci is a species of plant-parasitic nematode that affects a wide range of host plants, causing significant agricultural damage. It is commonly known as the stem and bulb nematode.
Description[edit]
Ditylenchus dipsaci is a microscopic roundworm that invades plant tissues, particularly stems and bulbs. It is capable of surviving in a dormant state in dry plant material, making it a persistent pest in agricultural settings.
Life Cycle[edit]
The life cycle of Ditylenchus dipsaci includes several stages: egg, juvenile, and adult. The nematode reproduces rapidly under favorable conditions, leading to large populations that can severely damage host plants.
Host Plants[edit]
This nematode affects a variety of plants, including onions, garlic, tulips, and strawberries. It is particularly damaging to bulbous plants and can cause economic losses in agriculture.
Symptoms[edit]
Infected plants may exhibit symptoms such as wilting, stunted growth, and yellowing of leaves. In severe cases, the plant may die. The nematode causes tissue damage by feeding on plant cells, leading to necrosis and deformation.
Control and Management[edit]
Effective management of Ditylenchus dipsaci involves integrated pest management strategies. These include:
- Crop rotation to prevent nematode buildup in the soil.
- Use of nematicides to reduce nematode populations.
- Planting resistant varieties of crops.
- Ensuring proper sanitation and removal of infected plant material.
Prevention[edit]
Preventive measures are crucial in managing Ditylenchus dipsaci. Farmers are advised to:
- Implement quarantine measures to prevent the spread of the nematode.
- Use certified disease-free seeds and planting material.
- Maintain good field hygiene to reduce the risk of infestation.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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