Orange rust, caused by the fungus Arthuriomyces peckianus, a serious, systemic rust that infects all plant parts of black raspberries and blackberries. Symptoms are most apparent in spring when the undersides of leaves turn orange.
![Arthuriomyces peckianus Raspberry cane with wilted, crinkled leaves. Many leaves are curled upwards, and the underside is coated in a bright orange powder.](https://blogs.cornell.edu/berrytool/files/2017/01/rasporust74-opt-1qqlxxg.jpg)
Primocanes emerging in spring may appear stunted and are strap-like.
More information:
- Orange Berry Rust
- Orange Rust of Brambles – (Ohio State)
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