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Why Do Siberian peashrub Trees Suffer From Crown Gall?
Siberian peashrub, also known as Caragana, Yellow acacia
Crown gall is a destructive disease affecting Siberian peashrub caused by Agrobacterium tumefaciens. The bacterium induces tumor-like growths mainly at the plant's base, considerably impairing its overall health and limiting growth. The disease demonstrates varying degrees of lethalness among different plant species.

Symptom Analysis

Early symptoms on Siberian peashrub involve the formation of small, spherical galls at the wound sites, typically on roots and lower stems. As the disease progresses, these galls coalesce, forming large tumor-like growths, leading to stunting and yellowing of foliage.
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What Causes Crown gall Disease on Siberian peashrub?

Agrobacterium tumefaciens
This bacterium infects the plant through wounds on the stem, root, or crown. It integrates part of its DNA into the plant's genome, inciting uncontrolled cell division, leading to tumor-like growths known as galls.
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How to Treat Crown gall Disease on Siberian peashrub?

Non pesticide
Removal and destruction of diseased plants: Infected Siberian peashrub should be promptly uprooted and destroyed to prevent further spread of the bacterium.

Soil replacement: Replacing the soil in the infected area can eradicate the persistent bacterium, providing a clean environment for healthy plant growth.
Pesticide
Application of bactericides: Bactericides like oxytetracycline can be applied to the infested areas to control the bacterium.

How to Prevent Crown gall on Siberian peashrub?

Careful handling
Avoiding injury to plant tissues, particularly during transplanting, can limit potential infection points for Agrobacterium tumefaciens.
Use of disease-free plants
Planting certified disease-free Siberian peashrub from reliable sources can help prevent the introduction of the bacterium.
Proactive monitoring
Regular monitoring of Siberian peashrub for symptoms can enable early detection and control of the disease, limiting its spread.
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When is Crown gall Most Active Period on Siberian peashrub?

Crown gall disease is most active during spring and fall. These cooler, wet periods favor bacterium survival and proliferation, as well as plant susceptibility due to active growth and increased wounding.

Infectivity

Being soil-borne, the bacterium can survive in the soil for years, infecting any susceptible plants that are planted in that area.

Lethality

While not immediately lethal, prolonged infection can lead to stunted growth and reduced vitality, which may in severe cases result in the death of the Siberian peashrub.

FAQs on Siberian Peashrub

Can Crown gall be cured once a Siberian peashrub is infected?
While bactericides can help manage the disease, complete healing from Crown gall is generally not possible. Infected plants should be removed and destroyed to prevent further spread.
Does Crown gall affect the flowers of Siberian peashrub?
Not directly. But over time, as the disease affects plant vigor, it can indirectly impact the flowering and overall appearance of the plant.
How can I prevent Crown gall in my Siberian peashrub?
Maintain good cultivation practices, avoid injury to the plant, use disease-free plants, and monitor your plants regularly for early detection of the disease.
Can other plants be affected by Crown gall?
Yes. Crown gall can affect a wide range of woody and herbaceous plant species beyond Siberian peashrub.
Is Crown gall contagious?
Yes, the bacterium causing Crown gall can spread from plant to plant and can also persist in the soil for years.
Is Crown gall fatal to Siberian peashrub?
Crown gall can significantly affect the growth and health of Siberian peashrub. In severe cases, it can lead to the plant's death.
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