Plant Pathology: Extension: Plant Disease Library

Volutella blight - Volutella buxi

Boxwood

Disease Symptoms:
Pinkish sporulation seen on leaves and twigs, especially on dead or dying tissues. Discoloration and death of current year's growth.

Disease Management:
Prune affected stems below diseased tissue. Heavy pruning of plants promotes infection.

Compiled by: Dr. Jean L. Williams-Woodward, UGA Extension Plant Pathology, Athens