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Powdery Mildew - Erysiphe cichoracearum This fungus causes white, powder-like spots on the leaves and stems of its hosts.<br />
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Habitat: Bee balm in a garden Erysiphe cichoracearum,Geotagged,Summer,United States,mildew Click/tap to enlarge

Powdery Mildew - Erysiphe cichoracearum

This fungus causes white, powder-like spots on the leaves and stems of its hosts.

Habitat: Bee balm in a garden

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''Erysiphe cichoracearum'' is a plant pathogen that causes powdery mildew disease of cucurbits, including melon, cucumber, pumpkin, and squash. The primary symptoms are white, powder-like spots on the leaves and stems. ''Sphaerotheca fuliginea'' causes a similar looking powdery mildew of cucurbits.

Similar species: Erysiphales
Species identified by Christine Young
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Uploaded Feb 27, 2021. Captured Aug 17, 2020 10:36 in 91 Main St, Sharon, CT 06069, USA.
  • Canon EOS 90D
  • f/10.0
  • 1/256s
  • ISO100
  • 100mm