Phytophthora dieback

Phytophthora dieback or Phytophthora cinnamomi, 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.

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 cinnamomi occurs in Tasmania and a map of all confirmed locations.
  • 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.
  • How You Can Help Prevent the Spread
    Simple things walkers and campers can do to help prevent the spread of Phytophthora in Tasmania.
  • Phytophthora Publications
    Download Phytophthora-related publications and articles and find links to other useful information.

Contact

Plant Biosecurity
Phone: 1300 368 550
Email: Biosecurity.planthealth@nre.tas.gov.au