Ramularia rufomaculans. [Descriptions of Fungi and Bacteria].
Abstract A description is provided for Ramularia rufomaculans. Information is included on the disease caused by the organism, its transmission, geographical distribution, and hosts. HOSTS: Polygonum amphibium, P. aviculare, P. coccineum, P. erectum, P. hydropiper, P. persicaria. DISEASE: Leaf spot of Polygonum spp., lesions on both sides, irregular, rust-brown becoming grey-black, size varies from 2-23 mm (usually 8-10 mm) diam. GEOGRAPHICAL DISTRIBUTION: North America: USA (Washington), Canada (Saskatchewan). TRANSMISSION: Not known, probably wind dispersal by air-borne spores.
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