First report of leaf spot caused by Corynespora cassiicola on Ligustrum lucidum in China
Ligustrum lucidum, commonly known as Chinese privet, is an ornamental tree widely cultivated in China. In August 2024, a severe leaf spot disease was observed on Ligustrum lucidum in and around Dushan Forest Park (33°04′13″N, 112°35′11″E) in Nanyang, China. Disease incidence reached 59% among 100 surveyed trees, reduci...