Peronospora farinosa

Description

Peronospora farinosa can cause yellowish swellings on the leaf blade of the host plants in the family Amaranthaceae, such as Fat-hen and Oraches, often affecting several leaves of the same plant. The affected leaves can become swollen and slightly distorted. This downy mildew can also have a purplish tinge.

Identification difficulty
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Good photographs required. Please state the host plant.

Habitat

Wherever the host plants occur.

When to see it

When the host plants are in leaf.

UK Status

Fairly widespread, particularly in the southern half of Britain.

VC55 Status

Rare or under recorded in Leicestershire and Rutland.

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Species profile

Common names
Beet Downy Mildew
Species group:
Slime Moulds
Kingdom:
Chromista
Order:
Peronosporales
Family:
Peronosporaceae
Records on NatureSpot:
4
First record:
28/08/2018 (Calow, Graham)
Last record:
17/08/2021 (Calow, Graham)

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