AT A GLANCE
For the aloe vera is made no dangerto get fire blight. This is because the pathogen affects plants in the rose family, to which aloe vera does not belong.
Does aloe vera get fire blight?
So far there is no cases, the one Aloe vera infestation call with firebrand. The pathogen is the bacterium Erwinia amylovora, which - as far as is known - affects plant species from the rose family (Rosaceae), to which aloe vera does not belong heard. For example, the following are particularly at risk:
- apple tree
- medlar
- quince
Does aloe vera help with fire blight?
The aloe vera applies not as designated Fire blight remedies. However, there are attempts to use the latex layer against the infestation. Although the Hamburg researchers were able to demonstrate positive results, you should not experiment with aloe vera to combat fire blight.
Can I use aloe vera to prevent fire blight?
Since the Hamburg test series referred to infected host plants, this question can be answered
no satisfactory answer are given. As with combating it, you should not use aloe vera to prevent the plant disease.Tip
Fire blight is a notifiable plant disease
Since fire blight can cause enormous damage, the plant disease is notifiable in Germany. The responsible district office is available as a contact for hobby gardeners.