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Old 10-08-2007, 05:23 PM posted to rec.gardens.orchids
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Default Black mould deposits,home remedy?

I hope you're right, but don't be so sure....

The sooty mold often grows on excretions from the bugs. Personally, that is
the ONLY time I ever see it.

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"Keith Kent" wrote in message
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"Weng" wrote in message
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Keith Kent;737998 Wrote:
Anyone know a home remedy to clean the mould off leaves/stems.I was
doing a
clean up and water with a tooth brush gets rid of most.But still left
the
more stubborn stains.
Thanks Keith


Sooty mould is only unsightly. You have an infestation of sap suckers
- scale & mealy bugs are the usual culprits.

Weng

Hi i dont have scale or mealy,just sooty mold.

Thanks Keith