Laurel Wilt
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Scientific name | Raffaelea lauricola |
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Order | Ophiostomatales |
Common names | laurel wilt disease |
Vectors | Xyleborus glabratus |
EPPO Code | RAFFLA |
Hosts | laurel family |
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ID | 2249710 |
About Laurel Wilt
Laurel wilt, also called laurel wilt disease, is a vascular disease that is caused by the fungus Raffaelea lauricola, which is transmitted by the invasive redbay ambrosia beetle, Xyleborus glabratus. The disease affects and kills members of the laurel family.