By: Quentin & Zack
What does the pest look like?
Wilted, with yellowish spots
What category is Mosaic Virus in?
The Mosaic Virus is a virus
What Problem is Caused?
Causes Burns and welts
What are the symptoms the Mosaic Virus is Present?
The leaf is curled upwards, Stunt in growth, typically have yellowish spots
If left untreated?
It rarely kills the plants but can severely stunt its growth
What can be done to rid the mosaic virus
Destroy infected plants immediately and sanitize where the virus was living
It only costs $4.65 if you're mechanically moving it.
Mechanically-Remove the infected plant out of the area and destroy it.
Cultural- Keep the area weeds free
Genetically- Plant some resistance cultivars: Supremos, courgettes, etc.
Can be spread from through seeds and bulbs. Also can be spread from the bite of an aphid. To keep it from spreading you could treat the certified transplant.