Lemon seedlings

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  1. TomT

    TomT New Member

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    I have a lemon seedling that has some interesting 'growths' at the tip of branches that have stopped the seedling from growing. I am attaching picture and would appreciate if someone would be kind enough to let e know what those green growths are. Thanks!
     

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  2. SoCal2warm

    SoCal2warm Active Member

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    Probably a fungus. You need to use correct sanitation procedures and spray with a fungicide.

    It's a little hard to tell in the picture but check to make sure it is not tiny little insects.
     
  3. TomT

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    Thanks for the info. I used a magnifying glass to have a look and there are no insects present. The plant is still alive, but kind of stunted and the growths are now darkish green. I tried a number of home-made fungicides but to no effect. Once again thanks for your reply.
     
  4. Sulev

    Sulev Contributor

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    My guess: witches' broom (Candidatus Phytoplasma aurantifolia)
     

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