Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000618
11/12/99
FICUS DISEASE PROBLEMS
Anthracnose turns the leaf tips yellow, then tan, then
dark brown. The browning may extend completely around the
leaf and extend in from the margin. The leaves eventually
die. Pale, rose-colored pustules develop in infected
tissue. Wounding enhances disease penetration.
Fiddleleaf Fig (Ficus lyrata) is rather susceptible to
Anthracnose. Pick off and destroy infected leaves.
Twig blight and canker causes stem lesions bearing pink
corky bodies. Prune off infected branches.
Several leaf spots cause spotting on leaves. These are
rare in most homes due to dry air. Pick off and destroy
infected leaves.
Leaf scorch and leaf drop are cultural problems usually
caused by poor drainage, excessively dry or wet soil, low
humidity, or too much direct sun.
Oedema is a physiological condition in which rough corky
swellings form on the petioles and lower leaf surfaces.
Excessive soil moisture and poor lighting with low
temperatures predispose plants to oedema.
Related information.
Pesticide Recommendations
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