EPPO Global Database

Uromyces transversalis(UROMTV)

Distribution details in United States of America (Hawaii)

Situation
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated 2009: Absent, intercepted only
Comments
In April 2006, the Hawaii Department of Agriculture notified the USDA of rust-infected gladiolus in a cut-flower shipment that was traced back to a farm in Manatee County, Florida
References
* Buck JW (2009) The impact of rust disease on the ornamental industry. Phytopathology 99(6), S197.

* Schubert, T. S. Leahy, R. M. Davison, D. A. Silagyi, A. J. Killgore, E. M. (2007) Gladiolus rust caused by Uromyces transversalis makes first nearctic appearance in Florida. Plant Disease, 91(9), p 1202.
Situation in neighbouring countries
Country State Status
Mexico Present, restricted distribution view...