The life cycle of Xiphinema vuittenezi (nematoda) from Slovakia

In a laboratory study at 18-22 °C, a Slovak population of Xiphinema vuittenezi developed from egg to adult in six months, equivalent to 3360 day degrees above a minimum daily threshold of 5 °C. Female longevity on Vitis vinifera was slightly more than 24 months. It is estimated that between month 3 ans month 18 individual female has a reproductive capacity of 152 to 160 progeny. Its life cycle will then complete in one year or longer, under central Europe natural conditions.