Little cherry disease

Little Cherry Disease is a viral disease that affects cherry trees, causing the fruits to remain small, pale and tasteless. The disease is caused by two different viruses, Little cherry virus 1 (LChV1) and Little cherry virus 2 (LChV2), and is spread by insects and through grafting.

Symptoms

The most obvious symptom of Little Cherry Disease is the production of small, pale cherries that lack the usual sweetness of healthy fruits. The leaves of infected trees may also show signs of the disease, with a pale green or yellow color and a reduced size. In some cases, the leaves may also show a pattern of yellowing along the veins.

Causes

Little Cherry Disease is caused by two different viruses, Little cherry virus 1 (LChV1) and Little cherry virus 2 (LChV2). These viruses are spread by insects, particularly the apple mealybug and the grape mealybug, and can also be spread through grafting.

Management

There is currently no cure for Little Cherry Disease, and management strategies focus on preventing the spread of the disease. This includes monitoring for signs of the disease, removing and destroying infected trees, and controlling the insect vectors that spread the disease.

See also

• Cherry
• Viral plant diseases
• Mealybug

References

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