There may be drooping, wilting, and dieback of twigs on scattered branches, with whole branches affected eventually. For more information and control measures, consult your county agricultural extension agent. Greasy spot can cause serious leaf loss. Look for slight blisters like irregular flecks of grease on the undersides of leaves , with corresponding yellowed or light spots on the upper side. Future outbreaks can be prevented by timely sprays of benomyl or copper.
Foot rot can attack the trunk and crown roots and seriously damage the tree.
There may be some gum oozing. Affected bark eventually dries, cracks, and drops off. This disease is easier to prevent than treat. Tables Table 1. Common Names 'West Indian' lime Scientific Name Citrus aurantifolia Swingle Origin Southern Asia Footnotes 1.