Cucumber Mosaic Virus
virusCucumber mosaic virus (CMV)
Widespread virus affecting 1000+ plant species. Transmitted by 80+ aphid species. Causes mosaic patterns on leaves.
Identification
Yellow and green mosaic pattern on leaves. Leaf distortion and curling. Stunted growth. Fruits may be misshapen with light/dark areas.
Damage & Symptoms
Mosaic pattern on leaves. Plant stunting. Reduced and misshapen fruit. Wart-like bumps on fruit.
Organic Control
No cure. Remove infected plants. Control aphid vectors. Reflective mulch to repel aphids.
Chemical Control
No effective treatment. Aphid control may reduce spread.
Prevention
Resistant varieties. Control aphid vectors. Remove weed hosts. Reflective mulch. Do not save seed from infected plants.
Data confidence: medium | Source: curated_ipm