IFAS Extension
Agriculture
Abstract
Graphiola leaf spot, also referred to as "false smut," is a foliar pathogen of certain palm species. In Florida, it is primarily a cosmetic disease and does not adversely affect plant growth. Nutrient deficiencies, such as potassium or magnesium deficiency, are much more serious palm health problems than this disease, especially for Phoenix species.
About this Publication
This document is PP-216, one of a series of the Department of Plant Pathology, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date October 2005. Revised April 2015. Visit the EDIS website at https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu for the currently supported version of this publication.
How to Cite
Elliott, M. L. (2019). Graphiola Leaf Spot (False Smut) of Palm. EDIS, 2006(1). https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-pp140-2006
Authors
Monica Elliott
Specialist
University of Florida
professor emeritus, Department of Plant Pathology, UF/IFAS Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center
Contacts
Braham Dhillon
Specialist
University of Florida
assistant professor, palm horticulture, Plant Pathology Department, UF/IFAS Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center, Davie, FL