Orthotospovirus meloflavi
From Pestinfo-Wiki
(Redirected from Melon yellow spot virus)
| Literature database |
|---|
| 25 articles sorted by: |
| • year (recent ones first) |
| • research topics |
| • countries/regions |
| • host plants |
Orthotospovirus meloflavi
Assigned virus:
• melon yellow spot virus (MYSV)
The melon yellow spot virus infects cucurbits, infections are mainly reported from eastern Asia. The symptoms include chlorosis, leaf mosaic and sometimes mottling on the fruits. Yield and fruit quality is reduced. The virus is transmitted by Thrips palmi in a persistent manner.
Management options include removing infected plants and using reflective mulch or insect-proof nets against the vectors. The development of resistant cultivars is in progress.
