arum rust

Puccinia sessilis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi Phylum: Basidiomycota Class: Pucciniomycetes Order: Pucciniales Family: Pucciniaceae Genus: Puccinia

About

Puccinia sessilis is a fungal plant pathogen, also known as Arum Rust or Ransons Rust. It commonly infects Arum maculatum and Allium ursinum causing yellow to orange circular patches on leaves. On the underside it produces raised orange aecia commonly covered in spores. It is common in Eurasia in the Spring.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of arum rust?
The scientific name of arum rust is Puccinia sessilis.
What kingdom does arum rust belong to?
arum rust belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does arum rust belong to?
arum rust belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does arum rust belong to?
arum rust belongs to the class Pucciniomycetes.
What order does arum rust belong to?
arum rust belongs to the order Pucciniales.
What family does arum rust belong to?
arum rust belongs to the family Pucciniaceae.
What genus does arum rust belong to?
arum rust belongs to the genus Puccinia.