Olive knot
- Pronunciation
- /OL-iv KNOT/
- Category
- Disease
- Singular
- Olive knot
- Plural
- Olive knots
Definition
A bacterial disease of olive trees characterized by the formation of rough galls on leaves, branches, roots, and other parts of the tree.
Etymology
Named after the appearance of the galls, which resemble knots.
Example
Olive knot can cause significant damage to olive trees by disrupting their growth and making them susceptible to secondary infections.
Related Terms
- Pseudomonas savastanoi
- Olive fly
- Bactrocera oleae
Usage Notes
Olive knot is spread by insects, particularly the olive fly, and can be difficult to control.