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Old 04-23-2012, 03:35 PM   #54 (permalink)
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So far, my understanding is that:
  • HLB (the Citrus Greening Disease virus) affects certain members of the Rutaceae family, especially those in subfamily Aurantioideae.
  • Being a member of the Rutaceae family is not a precondition for HLB susceptibility.
  • There are only a few known vectors (carriers) of HLB.
  • There are many host plants for the vectors. Most recently edible figs have been added (see 3435 Asian Citrus Psyllid -- State Interior Quarantine).
  • Being a host plant is not a precondition of HLB susceptibility.
  • There is no report from a plant pathologist of a Casimoroa being infected with HLB.

Corrections are welcome!
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