The Occurrence and Distribution of Rhizina Root Rot in South Africa and Swaziland

Abstract

A census was conducted in South Africa and Swaziland to determine what is known about rhizina root rot in this region. The disease has been present for at least 40 years, has occurred in most forest regions, has been found in both newly planted and older stands and has been associated with 10 pine species: Pinus canariensis, P. elliottii, P. kesiya, P. leiophylla, P. patula, P. pinaster, P. pinea, P. radiata, P. roxburghii, P. taeda.