A soil-borne fungus of the genus
Capnodium. The plant, especially seedlings, is covered
with a fine black mold. The mould thrives in the droppings of aphids
and whiteflies.
Plants that are exposed to very
wet conditions and that are covered in honey dew are at risk of being infected
by sooty mold.
Treatment:
Environmentally freindly:
Burn infected plants and soil.
Chemical:
Treat the plants
with a good systemic fungicide for a few weeks, repeat treatments
are vital. Replace the soil if possible or drench it with the fungicide.
15g - 20g/10l water.
Capnodium. The plant, especially seedlings, is covered
with a fine black mold. The mould thrives in the droppings of aphids
and whiteflies.