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Cucumber Mosaic Virus

Written by Peter Horn on .

Cucumber mosaic virus Common name Cucumber mosaic virus Causal agent It is caused by the cucumber mosaic virus and infects above 100 families of plants Symptoms & Signs Stunted growth of plants, along with leaf reduction, are early symptoms of this disease. The fruits also develop a rough surface along with blotches, giving them a mosaic-like appearance. Besides the mosaic mottling, the leaves also show rolling and necrosis, leading to plant death. The host plant may also show a shoestring effect causing the leaves to narrow. Transmission It spreads to other plants through sap, aphids, or seeds. Time of concern Early spring to late summer Common hosts Cucumber Squash Pepper Beans Tomato Eggplant