Pear Rust

Gymnosporangium sabinae

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi Phylum: Basidiomycota Class: Pucciniomycetes Order: Pucciniales Family: Gymnosporangiaceae Genus: Gymnosporangium

About

Gymnosporangium sabinae (also Gymnosporangium fuscum and other names) (pear rust, European pear rust, or pear trellis rust) is a fungal heteroecious plant pathogen with Juniperus (juniper trees and shrubs) as the primary (telial) host and only Pyrus (pear trees) as secondary (aecial) hosts. It is one of many types of rust fungi affecting plants.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pear Rust?
The scientific name of Pear Rust is Gymnosporangium sabinae.
What kingdom does Pear Rust belong to?
Pear Rust belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Pear Rust belong to?
Pear Rust belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Pear Rust belong to?
Pear Rust belongs to the class Pucciniomycetes.
What order does Pear Rust belong to?
Pear Rust belongs to the order Pucciniales.
What family does Pear Rust belong to?
Pear Rust belongs to the family Gymnosporangiaceae.
What genus does Pear Rust belong to?
Pear Rust belongs to the genus Gymnosporangium.