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Diseases

Leaf mold (brown leaf spot)

Passalora fulva

Leaf mold is a dangerous fungal disease of tomatoes causing premature leaf drying and yield loss. It develops predominantly in greenhouses under high humidity, manifesting as spotting and a velvety coating.

Mentioned in descriptions 5 283 varieties reference book.

Leaf mold manifests as chlorotic light-yellow spots on the upper side of the leaf blade, which eventually turn brown. On the underside of the leaf in the affected areas, a characteristic velvety coating develops, changing color from gray-white to olive or brown. The disease usually begins with the lower tier of leaves, leading to their abscission and a significant decrease in the photosynthetic activity of the plant.

The development of the pathogen depends directly on the microclimate in protected ground, where a high relative humidity of 75% and temperatures in the 20–27°C range create a favorable environment. A critical factor is the presence of condensation on the leaf surface, which promotes the germination of fungal spores. The incubation period of the infection ranges from 10 to 15 days.

Varietal resistance is provided by genetic Cf-genes that operate on the principle of recognizing parasite effectors and triggering a hypersensitive response. Since the fungus has high variability and the ability to form new races that overcome protection, gene pyramiding is used in breeding. Resistance assessment in variety testing is conducted using laboratory methods and in infectious backgrounds based on the absence of sporulation.

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Selection based on the description text, not official resistance ratings: such data is not available in registers. Mention indicates that the trait is discussed in the variety's sources; see the variety's profile for details on what is specifically stated.

Merengue

Active

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

SVS HOLLAND BV , NL

NL
4 records

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Nunhems B.V., 6083 AB Nunhem

NL
6 records

Mirage

Active

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

Syngenta, NL

NL
4 records

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

MARTIJN VAN STEE

NL
7 records

Macapule

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Martjin van Stee

NL
6 records

Maritimo

Active

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
6 records

Marinice

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Seminis Vegetable Seeds

NL
6 records

Marejada

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Vanesa Morales Montoya, Nunhems B.V.

NL
6 records

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Syngenta Seeds B.V.

NL
6 records

Kybria

Active

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

Rijk Zwaan Welver, D

NL
4 records

Logure

Terminated

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel BV (NL)

FR
4 records

Kybele

Active

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

Vilmorin SA (FR)

FR
5 records

Jungla

Active

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
6 records

Jaguar

Active

Festuca arundinacea Schreb. · Tall fescue

PURE SEED TESTING

FR
4 records

Hi Force

Active

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

Nunhems B.V.

NL
8 records

Inspired

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Seminis Vegetable Seeds

NL
6 records

Harrier

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Seed Research of Oregon & Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

CZ
4 records

Grandice

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Seminis Vegetable Seeds

NL
6 records

Halley

Active

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

Seminis Vegetable Seeds

PL
5 records

Gerakl

Active

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

RIJK ZWAAN ZAADTEELT EN ZAADHANDEL B.V.

NL
4 records

Fenda

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

HM.CLAUSE

FR
4 records

Euforia

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Syngenta Seeds, NL

NL
4 records

Edu

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Syngenta Seeds, NL

NL
6 records

Elpida

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

ENZA ZADEN BEHEER B.V.

NL
5 records

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