Vanilla (Vanilla planifolia)
Bean rot (Phytophthora meadii)
Symptoms
- Rotting at tips of leaves & extended towards pedicel and results whole rotting.
- Affected beans become soft,brown coloured and have mycelial growth.
- Severe in rainy season.
Management
- Remove & destroy infected beans.
- Lop the branches of supporting standards and shade trees to ensure proper aeration.
- Apply Pseudomonas fluroscens or Trichodermma viride – 20 g/litre of water during pre monsoon & post monsoon periods.
Chemical Control
| Sl.No | Generic Name | Trade Name | Color code | Dosage/litre | Recommendation | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dosage/acre (200 L) | Dosage/hectare (500 L) | ||||||
| 1 | Potassium phosphonate 40 SC | Akomin | Green | 4 ml/litre of water | 800 ml | 2000 ml | |
Extremely Toxic
Highly Toxic
Moderately Toxic
