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Sooty Mold
| Posted on November 9, 2013 at 9:51 PM |
Sooty mold is the common name applied to several species of fungi
that grow on honeydew secretions on plant parts and other surfaces. The
fungi’s dark, threadlike growth (mycelium) gives plants or other
substrates the appearance of being covered with a layer of soot. Sooty molds don’t infect plants but grow on surfaces where
honeydew deposits accumulate. Honeydew is a sweet, sticky liquid that
plant-sucking insects excrete as they ingest large quantities of sap
from a plant. Because the insect can’t completely utilize all the
nutrients in this large volume of fluid, it assimilates what it needs
and excretes the rest as “honeydew.” Wherever honeydew lands—e.g.,
leaves, twigs, fruit, yard furniture, concrete, sidewalks, or
statuary—sooty molds can become established. Although sooty molds don’t infect plants, they can indirectly
damage the plant by coating the leaves to the point that it reduces or
inhibits sunlight penetration. Without adequate sunlight, the plant’s
ability to carry on photosynthesis is reduced, which can stunt plant
growth. Coated leaves also might prematurely age (senesce) and die,
causing premature leaf drop. Fruits or vegetables covered with sooty molds are edible. Simply remove the mold with a solution of mild soap and warm water. Most plants will tolerate a small insect population
and light amounts of sooty mold. When sooty molds are present on any
surface in the landscape, it indicates there is, or has been, a sucking
insect population present in the vicinity. Control of sooty molds begins
with managing the insect creating the honeydew. For example,
populations of aphids usually are highest on succulent, new growth. In
some situations a strong stream of water can dislodge the insects. Also
fertilize and water to keep plants healthy but not excessively vigorous.
Another important consideration can be ant management. Ants
are attracted to and use honeydew as a source of food. Because of this,
they will protect honeydew-producing insects from predators and
parasites in order to harvest the honeydew. In many cases, predators and
parasites are sufficiently abundant and quickly begin feeding on and
reducing populations of scale insects, aphids, psyllids, whiteflies, or
mealybugs once ants have been eliminated. If populations fail to
decline, apply horticultural oils, neem oil, or insecticidal soap to
suppress the problem insects. One or more applications might be needed.
For detailed information on managing these pests see the appropriate Pest Notes listed in References.  |
Categories: Plant and Tree disease
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