Fungi
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CLASSIFICATION
ABOUT
Fungi 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.
How to treat?
Biological
If possible remove and destroy the infected parts of the plant. Burn it, toss it into the garbage, or bury it deeply. Do not compost.
Apply ecological products for plant protection (e.g. neem oil, baking soda, soap).
Chemical
If necessary, apply a fungicide. If you don' know the fungus species, choose fungicide based on the infected plant (e.g. house plant, garden plant, tree).
Disease prevention
Use resistant species and cultivars as well as healthy, certified seeds and seedlings.
Ensure having good soil drainage to avoid overwatering.
Improve the air circulation around the plant (e.g. by pruning excess foliage or increasing the spacing between plants).
Avoid prolonged wetting of the leaves, which can be caused e.g. by overhead irrigation.
Rotate crops. Avoid planting sensitive crops in infested soil.
Disinfect tools, infected flower pots, and hands to avoid disease transmission.