Leaf Spot

Leaf Spot is a commonly used descriptor for identifying many plant diseases. In larger clusters or rows, leaf spot can also be known as anthracnose.

Leaves infected with leaf spot will yellow and may drop prematurely. The fungal blight can sustain itself and reproduce in the dead debris of the plant.

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Facts

So... What is Leaf Spot?

Leaf Spot is a commonly used descriptor for identifying many plant diseases. Most leaf spot is fungal but some is also caused by bacteria. Often the larger clusters of fungal leaf spot are referred to as anthracnose.

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Characteristics

Leaf Spots are typically brown but depending on the type of fungus, the spot could also be tan or black. Concentric rings or dark margins around the spot may also be present. Over time the spots can group together to form blotches and sometimes they are formed in angular patents on the plant.

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