Pustula obtusata s. str.
Pustula obtusata s. str.
Alternative names
Pustula tragopogonis
Albugo tragopogonis
Albugo tragopogonis
Description
This is a white blister-rust fungus that cause galls on Goat's-beard and Salsify (Tragopogon). Whitish crusty pustules are formed on the leaves, and the plant is sometimes distorted and deformed.
Recording advice
Photograph the blister-rust on the host plant; ensure you have noted the host species in your comments
Habitat
On Goat's-beard and Salsify plants.
Further Information
This is part of the Pustula obtusata sensu lato species complex that affects a wide range of hosts in the Asteraceae, including Ragworts (Senecio and Jacobaea).
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