Discoloration on Rudbeckia foliage - Ask Extension
Is this pest damage? Disease?
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Discoloration on Rudbeckia foliage #872350
Asked June 10, 2024, 7:25 AM EDT
Is this pest damage? Disease?
Montgomery County Maryland
Expert Response
Hi,
This looks like a viral infection to us but there are many different types of plant viruses with similar looking symptoms. We do not think that this is Aster Yellows which is a common problem with Rudbeckia. Some plant viruses don't effect the growth of plants anyways but if you are concerned about it spreading to other plants (because insects can help it travel) you may want to remove this plant. Otherwise, you can monitor or worsening symptoms and let us know if you see any changes.
Emily
Thank you, i did deal with aster yellows in past. But tottally cleared and started over. This is the only plant i see has it. I’ll monitor it
Thanks
you're welcome