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| |  | | Phytophthora (Root Rot)Phytophthora Root Rot or Phytophthora cinnamoni, as it is scientifically known, is an introduced pathogen that attacks the roots of susceptible plants. In some native plant communities, epidemic disease can develop, causing the death of a large number of plants. |
 | Phytophthora Introduction Phytophthora is also known by the names: cinnamon fungus, jarrah dieback, wildflower dieback and by its scientific name Phytophthora cinnamomi. |
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| Biology Description of Phytopthora cinnamomi and its lifecycle. |
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| Identification of Phytophthora cinnamomi The indicators that suggest whether an area may be infected by Phytophthora cinnamomi. |
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| Impact A discussion on the impact of Phytophthora cinnamomi among plant species in Tasmania. |
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| Distribution of P. cinnamomi Where Phytophthora occurs in Tasmania and a map of all confirmed locations. |
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| Management Find out what can be done, and what is being done to manage Phytophthora cinnamomi, and to prevent its spread to disease-free areas. |
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| How You Can Help Prevent the Spread Simple things walkers and campers can do to help prevent the spread of Phytophthora. |
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| Further Information Useful papers and texts on Phythphthora cinnamomi. |
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| Phytophthora Publications Download Phytophthora-related publications and articles and find links to other useful information. |
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