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Stunt (botany)

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In botany and agriculture, stunting describes a plant disease that results in dwarfing and loss of vigor. It may be caused by infectious or noninfectious means.

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Infectious

A stunt caused by infectious means usually is too late to cure.

  • Nematodes (eelworm)
  • Fungi
  • Bacteria
  • Viruses

    • Noninfectious

    A stunt caused by noninfectious means could sometimes be remedied.

  • Physical environment
  • Excess of water
  • Lack of water
  • Too-deep planting
  • Excess light
  • Nutrition-related
  • Soil nutrient imbalance
  • Injuries
  • Chemical injury
  • Physical injury
  • Pest feeding

    • References

    Stunt (botany) Wikipedia
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