"Dust" covering leaves

Discussion in 'Garden Pest Management and Identification' started by ErinB, Oct 16, 2006.

  1. ErinB

    ErinB Member

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    Hi,

    I went away for 4 days, and when I returned my Passion Vine (which has been inside for the last month since it got cold in Calgary) had a fine misting of milky white/grey "dust" on about 35% of it's leaves. The stuff rubs off easily.

    The leaves that are affected have started to shrivel and dry out.

    I've taken a look at the mealybugs pictures, but it doesn't have that cottony appearance. Nonetheless, I'm worried some mealybugs are going to pop out of it any minute and I'm thinking about tossing the plant in my garage (where it will likely die due to lack of light).

    Anyone have any idea what this coating is and how to save the plant? I can try post a pic in the next few days if it would help.


    Erin
     
  2. jimweed

    jimweed Active Member 10 Years

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    Could it possibly be Powdery Mildew?
     

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