Longidorus macrosoma

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                                     Rev 03/23/2007

Morphology and Anatomy:

Nematode is 6.8-12.0 mm long.

Distribution:

Temperate regions of Europe.

Economic Importance:

Feeding Habit:

Ectoparasite at root tip.

Hosts:

      Mainly woody perennials such as cherry, rose, grape, and others.

Life Cycle:

      Two-year life cycle in the field.

Damage:

      Causes root tip galling.  Transmits English strain of Raspberry Ringspot 
      virus

Management:

      DBCP was effective in greenhouse-grown roses - need to disinfect soil to 60 cm
      depth.

References:

Brown and Boag, 1975.

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