Die-back of Dalbergia sissoo in Pakistan
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2000 |
| Authors | Khan, M, M.; Khan, M, H. |
| Journal Title | Field Document - FORSPA |
| Pagination | 51-56 |
| Key Words | dieback; forest pests; fungal diseases; insect pests; multipurpose trees; plant diseases; plant pathogenic fungi; plant; pathogens; plant pests; soil fungi; trees; Dalbergia sissoo; Fusarium oxysporum; Ganoderma lucidum; insects; Polyporus; Poria; Rhizoct |
| Abstract | Dieback of Dalbergia sissoo and its intensity in Pakistan are discussed. The causes (root rot caused by Ganoderma lucidum , root rot and wilt caused by Polyporus gilvus and Fusarium oxysporum , respectively, Poria ambigua, Rhizoctonia spp., and insect pests) of D. sissoo dieback are described. Results of a diagnostic study conducted in five agro-ecological zones in Pakistan Punjab are also presented and discussed. |