Sappikivitauti
Sappikivitauti, also known as sappi virus disease, is a viral infection primarily affecting the sapodilla tree (Manilkara zapota), a tropical fruit tree native to Central and South America. The disease is caused by the sappi virus, a member of the Potyvirus genus, which belongs to the family Potyviridae. The virus is transmitted through sapodilla sap, contaminated tools, and infected plant material.
Symptoms of sappikivitauti include leaf yellowing, stunting, and reduced fruit production. The disease can lead to
Research on sappikivitauti is ongoing, with scientists working to better understand the virus's biology and develop