Plant-parasitic nematodes associated with dragon fruit and the first report of the cactus cyst nematode, Cactodera cacti, in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam

Key Points

• Cactodera cacti was first reported in association with dragon fruit cultivation in this region.
• The impact of plant-parasitic nematodes on local crops, including dragon fruit, raises agricultural concerns.
• Observational analysis across diverse farms in Mekong Delta highlights the prevalence of these nematodes.
• The findings may enable better management strategies for tropical crops affected by nematodes.