Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus

Tomato spotted wilt virus Common name Tomato spotted wilt virus Causal agent It is caused by members of the genus Tospovirus and is commonly seen in indoor plants and those grown in greenhouses. Symptoms & Signs Typical disease symptoms include stunting, chlorosis, necrotic patches, mottling, irregular veins, and fruit discoloration. The leaves sometimes show bronzing, zig-zag patterns, or sunken spots and eventually die. Different hosts display different symptoms; however, all species show stunting. Transmission The virus is transmitted to healthy plants through thrips species, especially flower thrips. The larvae feed on infected plants, acquire the virus, and spread it to healthy plants when they feed on them. Time of concern Throughout the year Common hosts Tomato Tobacco Peanut Dahlia Begonia Squash