Chestnut Blight
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| Scientific name | Cryphonectria parasitica |
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| Rank | Species |
| Higher classification | Cryphonectria |
| Did you know | It is actually a canker disease caused by a fungus, Cryphonectria parasitica, formerly known as Endothia parasitica. |
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| ID | 1218763 |
About Chestnut Blight
The pathogenic fungus Cryphonectria parasitica is a member of the Ascomycota taxon. It is native to South East Asia and was introduced into Europe and North America in the 1900s. The fungus spread rapidly and caused significant tree loss in both regions.
Chestnut blight Photos
