Fungal Diseases in PlantsFungi take energy from the plants on which they live, causing damage to the plant. Fungal infections are responsible for approximately two-thirds of infectious plant diseases and cause wilting, molding, rusts, scabs, rotted tissue, and other problems.Signs of damageA sign of plant disease is physical evidence of the pathogen. For example, fungal fruiting bodies are a sign of disease. When you look at powdery mildew on a lilac leaf, you’re actually looking at the parasitic fungal disease organism itself (Microsphaera alni). Bacterial canker of stone fruits causes gummosis, a bacterial exudate emerging from the cankers. The thick, liquid exudate is primarily composed of bacteria and is a sign of the disease, although the canker itself is composed of plant tissue and is a symptom.How to preventGood gardening habits and effective treatment help prevent, stop and control fungal disease Start by planting healthy stock. Choose planting sites based on plant needs. Avoid overhead watering. Water early in the day. Don't crowd plants. Don't work a wet garden. Treat with a trusted, proven fungicide. Try Expert HelpTrust botanists with your plants and enjoy personalized adviceAsk the botanistHealBaking soda, soap, and water is one of the safer ways to treat plant fungus issues, especially if the affected plants are inside your home. You really don't want to be spraying fungicide all over the inside of your home if you can avoid it!Go Premium to continue readingAlso you’ll get unlimited access to disease identification and all the other beneficial featuresUpgrade to Premium
A sign of plant disease is physical evidence of the pathogen. For example, fungal fruiting bodies are a sign of disease. When you look at powdery mildew on a lilac leaf, you’re actually looking at the parasitic fungal disease organism itself (Microsphaera alni). Bacterial canker of stone fruits causes gummosis, a bacterial exudate emerging from the cankers. The thick, liquid exudate is primarily composed of bacteria and is a sign of the disease, although the canker itself is composed of plant tissue and is a symptom.
Good gardening habits and effective treatment help prevent, stop and control fungal disease Start by planting healthy stock. Choose planting sites based on plant needs. Avoid overhead watering. Water early in the day. Don't crowd plants. Don't work a wet garden. Treat with a trusted, proven fungicide.
Baking soda, soap, and water is one of the safer ways to treat plant fungus issues, especially if the affected plants are inside your home. You really don't want to be spraying fungicide all over the inside of your home if you can avoid it!
