Leptosphaeria protearum. [Descriptions of Fungi and Bacteria].
Abstract A description is provided for Leptosphaeria protearum. Information is included on the disease caused by the organism, its transmission, geographical distribution, and hosts. HOSTS: Protea caffra, P. cynaraides, P. compacta, P. gaguedi, P. grandiceps, P. lacticolor, P. lepidocarpodendron, P. lorifolia, P. magnifica, P. punctata, P. repens, Protea spp. DISEASE: Leaf spot often resembling a leaf blight. GEOGRAPHICAL DISTRIBUTION: South Africa, Zimbabwe, Hawaii. TRANSMISSION: Propagules are probably wind and splash dispersed.
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