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Mint rust

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Mint rust

Fungus

What is an opportunist?

An "opportunist" is a population (fungi, bacteria, insects…) that takes advantage of a favourable environment to settle in, multiply and feed on it. It often develops when the natural defences of the affected organism are weakened — for genetic reasons or linked to context (water stress, deficiencies, nutritional imbalances, overcrowding…). This is typically the case in monocultures, where a single host plant, uniform and present in large numbers, offers ideal ground for it to spread.

Identification key : Rusts (fungi) (Damage and symptoms on the host)

Scientific name : Puccinia menthae

Other names : Rust of mint

Fungus of the Lamiaceae forming powdery orange, later dark brown, pustules on the underside of mint leaves and on stems. Heavily affected leaves yellow and drop. Specialised races exist: some affect peppermint or spearmint, others oregano and marjoram.

Crops affected : Mint, Oregano

Source : Puccinia menthae (PUCCME)[Overview] — EPPO Global Database — EPPO

This page lists the bio-preparations in the collection that other references associate with this opportunist: Mint rust.

Warning: the associations between recipes and opportunists come from other references (traditional practices, publications, user feedback). They are neither a recommendation nor a claim of effectiveness. There is no certainty regarding the preparation, application and use of these bio-preparations. See the regulations

No published recipe is associated with this opportunist yet.

See also

Crops

Mint Oregano

Opportunists of the same crops

Stolbur (bois noir) Xylella fastidiosa Cotton bollworm (Helicoverpa) Tomato spotted wilt virus

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