The pathogenic effect of the Fusarium solani on the decline and death of date palm Review Article

Abstract

The disease of date palm decline and death is one of the most prominent current phenomena in various orchards planted with date palms. The symptoms, severity, and rates of infection vary according to the variety. Symptoms of the disease may appear in the form of yellowing of a few leaves and then spread to more leaves over time. This leads to a delay in growth and deterioration of the palm tree, which can ultimately lead to death. One of the most important fungi found in soil is Fusarium. This genus includes dozens of species, including F. solani It has been mentioned in various studies that some fungal isolates are a major cause of this disease.