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NZ: MPI posts list of susceptible plants as myrtle rust spreads

The total number of properties infected with myrtle rust in New Zealand now stands at 41.

35 in Taranaki
4 in Northland
2 in Waikato (King Country).

MPI's focus, along with the Department of Conservation (DOC), is containing the spread of infection while it continues to be found in a relatively discrete geographical area.

MPI reminds gardeners that if they have recently bought myrtle species plants – for example, pōhutukawa, ramarama, mānuka, Lilly Pilly, feijoa – they should check these plants for any signs of the disease.

Check the full list of susceptible plants.