Fabraea Leaf Spot

Fabraea leaf spot Common name Fabraea leaf spot Leaf blight Black spot Causal agent Fabraea maculata is a fungal disease that mainly attacks pear and quince plants. Scientific name Fabraea maculata Symptoms & Signs The disease is distinguished on the basis of small, purple, and black spots on the foliage and fruit. As the disease progresses, the spots transform into brown lesions along with leaf and fruit drops. The stems may also show cankers, causing the death of the shoots. It causes cracks and lesions on the fruit rendering it useless, as well as inhibiting bud formation the following season. Transmission Fabraea leaf spot is caused by spores that travel via wind, water, and contact with infected tools. Warm, wet temperatures with high humidity favor its spread. Time of concern Early spring to late summer Common hosts Pear Quince Apple