Symptom Identification and Control Methods of Rust Disease in Codonopsis pilosula
It damages the leaves. The diseased area on the underside of the leaf is slightly raised, forming the uredinium, which later ruptures and releases orange-yellow urediniospores. The disease is most severe from June to July. Control methods: (1) Clear away withered branches and fallen leaves in winter. (2) During the disease period, spray with a 200-fold dilution of 50% dinitro compound or a 400-fold dilution of 97% sodium dithiocarbamate, once every 7 days, for 2 to 3 consecutive applications.
It damages the leaves. The diseased area on the underside of the leaf is slightly raised, forming the uredinium, which later ruptures and releases orange-yellow urediniospores. The disease is most severe from June to July.
Control methods: (1) Clear away withered branches and fallen leaves in winter. (2) During the disease period, spray with a 200-fold dilution of 50% dinitro compound or a 400-fold dilution of 97% sodium dithiocarbamate, once every 7 days, for 2 to 3 consecutive applications.