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Help identifying problem with fig tree #755701
Asked June 12, 2021, 10:29 AM EDT
I need some help figuring out what is wrong with my fig tree. I don't remember the variety--I believe it's either an LSU purple or a Celeste. The closest thing that describes what I'm seeing is FMV but I'm not sure if that's the problem. The newest leaves are coming out smaller than normal, deformed with a wavy texture, and with a lighter green/yellow striation-like pattern. I've also noticed a white fuzz on some of the branches and undersides of the leaves. The fruit is just barely coming in so I cannot see any problems with it yet. I'm attaching a photo of the entire tree, a photo of a normal leaf, some photos of the problem leaves and the white fuzz, and a photo of the fruit. I would greatly appreciate some assistance in identifying the infestation or disease and any suggestions on treating it. Thank you!
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Help identifying problem with fig tree
I need some help figuring out what is wrong with my fig tree. I don't remember the variety--I believe it's either an LSU purple or a Celeste. The closest thing that describes what I'm seeing is FMV but I'm not sure if that's the problem. The newest leaves are coming out smaller than normal, deformed with a wavy texture, and with a lighter green/yellow striation-like pattern. I've also noticed a white fuzz on some of the branches and undersides of the leaves. The fruit is just barely coming in so I cannot see any problems with it yet. I'm attaching a photo of the entire tree, a photo of a normal leaf, some photos of the problem leaves and the white fuzz, and a photo of the fruit. I would greatly appreciate some assistance in identifying the infestation or disease and any suggestions on treating it. Thank you!
From: Luis Medina
Submitted: 06/12/2021 10:29 AM
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