Bacterial Spot (Xanthomonas Leaf Spot): Caused byXanthomonascampestrispv.cannabis, this disease affects cannabis, hops, cucurbits, and legumes in various regions of the United States. Symptoms begin as pin–sized, water–soaked spots that enlarge into irregular, angular lesions. Asthedisease progresses, thelesions become brown and necrotic with distinct yellow halos, potentially causing significant damage to affected plants.
Photo Credit: Freeman J., Yang R., and Iriarte F. 2020. UF IFAS NFREC