Pea Enation Mosaic Virus
Pea enation mosaic virus
Common name
Pea enation mosaic virus
Causal agent
It consists of two viruses, namely pea enation mosaic virus 1, belonging to the genus enamovirus, and pea enation mosaic virus 2, belonging to the genus umbravirus.
Symptoms & Signs
The disease starts off as small yellow spots on the leaves that gradually turn white and finally create small holes in the leaves. The lower side of the leaves also shows blisters with small cracks, resulting in an overall crinkled appearance. In case of severe infection, the pods may be deformed. The virus slows down the growth and stunts the plant.
Transmission
It is spread to other plants by green aphids or pea aphids.
Time of concern
Early spring to late summer
Common hosts
Pea
Alfalfa
Broadbean
Sweet pea
Fava beans
Soybeans