Taphrina wiesneri

Taphrina wiesneri

Alternative names
Exoascus cerasi
Taphrina minor
Taphrina cerasi
Description

The fungus Taphrina wiesneri affects Prunus avium (Wild Cherry) and Prunus cerasus, causing Witches' Brooms that may persist for many years.  The leaves are slightly thickened and bear a layer of microscopical asci that, when fully developed, may give the surface a mealy aspect. 

Similar Species

Taphrina deformans causes Peach-leaf curl galls on the leaves of Almonds and Peaches; Witches Brooms are not formed

Identification difficulty

host

Recording advice

Good photographs required showing upper and lower leaf surfaces or Witches Brooms.  Ensure you have correctly identified the host species, and note this when submitted the record

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