Black Mold

Chlaropsis thielavioides

12 host plants · Fungal

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Data Maturity Structured

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Sooty black fungal coating covers leaves and stems from insect honeydew. Treat the underlying pest and improve sanitation.

Practice strict sanitation in greenhouses, storage bins, and storage houses. Wash all dust and debris from the walls and floors before disinfecting storage house and bins.

Quick Reference

Agent Type
fungal
Causal Agent
Chlaropsis thielavioides
Host Plants
12
Favorable Conditions
High humidity and warm temperatures; sooty mold grows on honeydew (no direct ...

Management

Vulnerability Window

Spring through fall; peaks in mid-summer when honeydew producers are active.

What Triggers Infection

High humidity and warm temperatures; sooty mold grows on honeydew (no direct infection).

Cultural Controls

  • Practice strict sanitation in greenhouses, storage bins, and storage houses.
  • Wash all dust and debris from the walls and floors before disinfecting storage house and bins.
  • Use only uncontaminated stock for planting.

Host Plants (12)