Practice mode Plant Pathology

Citrus canker, causing raised corky lesions on leaves and fruit, is caused by which type of pathogen?

Correct answer C. Bacterium

Explanation

Citrus canker is caused by the bacterium Xanthomonas citri subsp. citri, which enters through stomata and wounds and is spread by rain splash and wind.

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