Do I have to report peacock spot?

No. peacock spot is not a notifiable organism, so there is nothing to report to an authority. Treat it as a normal garden problem.

How is peacock spot treated?

Mainly with biological and cultural measures — removing affected material, changing the conditions that favour it, and treating with agents approved in your country. The exact steps and their timing depend on the plant, the season and where you live: Dr. Phyto works them out in a free diagnosis.

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peacock spot

Spilocaea oleagina

Symptoms

Round dark spots with a pale halo on upper leaf surface.

Plants affected

olive tree

Treatment

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Common questions

How do I recognise peacock spot on olive tree?: Round dark spots with a pale halo on upper leaf surface.
Do I have to report peacock spot?: No. peacock spot is not a notifiable organism, so there is nothing to report to an authority. Treat it as a normal garden problem.
How is peacock spot treated?: Mainly with biological and cultural measures — removing affected material, changing the conditions that favour it, and treating with agents approved in your country. The exact steps and their timing depend on the plant, the season and where you live: Dr. Phyto works them out in a free diagnosis.

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