Hemicycliophora typica		Contents		Rev 06/08/2006
Sheath Nematode		Classification		Hosts
		Morphology and Anatomy		Life Cycle
Return to Hemicycliophora Menu		Economic Importance		Damage
		Distribution		Management
Return to Criconematidae Menu		Feeding		References

Classification:

     Tylenchida
       Tylenchina
        Criconematoidea
         Criconematidae
          Hemicycliophorinae

          Hemicycliophora typica

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Morphology and Anatomy:

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Distribution:

Found in new lands (polders) recovered from the sea (Netherlands).  

Nematode flourishes in sandy soils near marine environments.

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Economic Importance:

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Feeding:

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Hosts:

Carrots.

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Life Cycle:

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Damage:

Feeding causes stubby roots and poor growth.

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Management:

Nematicides have been effective.

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References:

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Copyright © 1999 by Howard Ferris.
Revised: June 08, 2006.