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Diplodia tip blight; Canker

Diplodia sapinea

Diplodia tip blight; Canker (Diplodia sapinea) is a fungal pathogen of all pines. It was first detected in Missouri in 1984.

Brown, stunted and twisted new growth and needles are the most common symptom of this disease.

For more information about this plant pest, see the CABI data sheet.