Phytophthora dieback

​Phytophthora dieback is dieback in native vegetation caused by the introduced pathogen Phytophthora cinnamomi. This pathogen attacks the roots of susceptible plants causing loss of condition and death. In some native plant communities, epidemic disease can develop, causing the death of a large number of plants.

In Tasmania, the vegetation types most affected are heathland, moorlands, dry sclerophyll forest and scrub.

In this topic

  • Phytophthora Introduction
    Phytophthora dieback is also known as root rot, cinnamon fungus, jarrah dieback, wildflower dieback and by its scientific name Phytophthora cinnamomi.
  • Biology
    The Phytopthora cinnamomi lifecycle.
  • Identification of Phytophthora cinnamomi
    The indicators are used in Tasmania to suggest whether an area may be infected by Phytophthora cinnamomi.
  • Impact
    A discussion on the impact of Phytophthora cinnamomi among plant species in Tasmania.
  • Distribution of P cinnamomi
    Where Phytophthora dieback occurs in Tasmania
  • Management
    Find out what can be done, and what is being done to manage Phytophthora dieback, and to prevent its spread to disease-free areas.
  • How You Can Help Prevent the Spread
    Simple things walkers and campers can do to help prevent the spread of Phytophthora dieback in Tasmania.
  • Phytophthora Publications
    Download Phytophthora-related publications and articles and find links to other useful information.

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