White powder fungus on indoor houseplants - Ask Extension
1. What causes white powder fungus on indoor houseplants? 2. What’s the safest yet most effective way to get rid of white powder fungus on indoor ho...
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White powder fungus on indoor houseplants #486670
Asked September 24, 2018, 9:02 AM EDT
1. What causes white powder fungus on indoor houseplants? 2. What’s the safest yet most effective way to get rid of white powder fungus on indoor houseplants? The white powder fungus is only at the top of the house plant. 3. Also, my house plant is over 6 foot tall and heavy-will I need to take it outside to treat it?
Adams County Colorado
Expert Response
Poor air circulation, low light and cool temperature are some conditions for the development of powdery mildew which usually affects the young growth on a plant. Ensure the plant gets good air circulation, bright indirect light and temps not too cool. When watering make sure the water doesn't splash on to the leaves. A non toxic control for mildew is baking soda combined with a lightweight horticultural oil. This can be applied to the affected leaves. Suggest you test on a few leaves first.