Clove (Syzygium aromaticum)
Leaf rot (Cylindrocladium quinqueseptatum)
Symptoms
- It is noticed in the nurseries as well as in the main field both at young and mature stages.
- Infection starts as dark spots at the leaf margin and spreads sometimes with no definite pattern.
- Rotting may be in the whole leaf or at the tip resulting in defoliation.
Management
- Remove the rotten portions from the spear and the two adjacent leaves.
- Prophylatic sprays with Bordeaux mixture 1%
Chemical Control
| Sl.No | Generic Name | Trade Name | Color code | Dosage/litre | Recommendation | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dosage/acre (200 L) | Dosage/hectare (500 L) | ||||||
| 1 | Carbendazim 50 WP | Bavistin, Benfil, Bengard, Benlate, Benmain, Bensaan, Carben, Carziim50, Dhanustin, Dhanustin 50 WP, Fungiguard, Gancarzin50, Glizim, Mintho, Tagstin, Tiara, Zoom | Green | 1 g | 200 g | 500 g | |

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