Water (drought) stress
About Water (drought) stress
Transpiration is greater than water uptake. Water stress caused by a limit in the supply and availability of water in the soil. Symptoms: Leaves and shoots wilt Leaf necrosis develops – expressed as a marginal burn, tip burn or as irregular areas of dehydration. Leaf drop Shoot and branch dieback
Water (drought) stress is an abiotic disorder — a non-living, environmental cause of plant damage — commonly encountered in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Abiotic Disorders Library.
Unlike diseases caused by fungi or bacteria, abiotic disorders cannot be treated with pesticides. Correct diagnosis is essential — our UT Certified horticulturist can evaluate your lawn or landscape and recommend the right corrective action.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Water (drought) stress
- Type
- Abiotic Disorder (Non-Living Cause)
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
