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Myrtle Rust on Agonis flexuosaMyrtle rust in my backyard

Myrtle Rust is a plant fungal disease that was first diagnosed in NSW in Myrtaceae family plants in April 2010. Myrtle Rust can be spread by people moving infected plant material, contaminated equipment, clothing and vehicles. It can also spread by wind, insects and other animals.

Myrtle Rust has been identified on hosts in nurseries, residential properties, and bushland. Myrtle Rust will continue to spread where conditions are favourable and Myrtaceae hosts are present which may include your backyard.

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