Verticillium is a genus of wilt-causing fungi, the members of which attack many crop plants such as tomatoes, potatoes, eggplants, and peppers, as well as many ornamental woody plants in the garden or in nature. It is similar to Fusarium. Both fungi are difficult to control. Crop rotation, the use of resistant varieties labeled VF or VFN, and weed control are major factors in controlling them.

Verticillium can survive for many years in the soil without the presence of a host plant. It is easily spread by digging tools or pruning equipment, so care must be taken to sterilize equipment used on infected materials.

External links

• Fact sheet from Ohio State University Extension on verticillium and fusarium

Ascomycetes | Plant diseases | Tomato pathogens and pests