scattered patches of light, yellowish green mosaic
and/or brown areas on the leaves that eventually shrivel into dark
longitudinal streaks on leaves, stalks and stems. The fruit can fail
to set and also show brownish patches giving a bronzed, patchy
appearance and/or slightly raised brown spots. ToMV is a very
contagious disease, easily spread by hands, tools or plant to plant
contact. In rare cases it is carried on seed.