Citrus Greening Disease
- Pronunciation
- /si-tris \'green-ing di-zee-z/
- Category
- Disease
- Singular
- Citrus Greening
- Plural
- Citrus Greening Diseases
Definition
A bacterial disease of citrus trees that causes leaf mottling, stunted growth, and eventual decline. It is spread by insect vectors.
Etymology
From the symptoms of the disease, which include yellowing or greening of leaves and fruit.
Example
Citrus greening disease is a serious threat to citrus production worldwide.
Related Terms
- Citrus
- Bacteria
- Vectors
- Phloem
Usage Notes
Citrus greening disease is caused by the bacterium *Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus* in Asia and *Candidatus L. africanus* in Africa.