EPPO Global Database

Sphaerulina musiva(MYCOPP)

Distribution details in China

Situation
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated 2024: Present, restricted distribution
First recorded in: 2023
Comments
EPPO Reporting Service (2024/041) : investigations carried out in 2023 found that S. musiva is widespread in Henan province, causing leaf spots on poplars. High genetic diversity suggests a relatively 'old' introduction.
References
* Ma T, Hu Y, Li F, Liu L, Cui L (2024) Development of genomic SSR markers and genetic diversity of Sphaerulina musiva in China. Journal of Phytopathology 172, e13253. https://doi.org/10.1111/jph.13253
Situation in neighbouring countries
Country State Status
Russia Absent, unreliable record view...