Under these conditions, compounds cleared for use in swimming pools may be useful. Swimming pool compounds cannot, however, be used where desirable plants are growing. If all chemicals fail, an increase in the penetration of sunlight and a decrease in the level of moisture should correct the problem. Aster yellows is a disease caused by a mycoplasma-like organism which attacks a wide range of plants. Plants may be stunted or with numerous secondary shoots.
Foliage is yellow and seeds are usually sterile.
Plants have an upright habit of growth. In many plants the veins of immature leaves are clear. Affected leaves are somewhat narrower than healthy leaves. Old leaves may develop a slightly reddish, brownish, or purplish tinge in the late stages. The main branches will be shortened.