Mist flower smut
Entyloma ageratinae
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About
Entyloma ageratinae, commonly known as the mist flower smut, is a species of leaf smut fungus. As a plant pathogen, it is widely employed as a biological herbicide in the control of Ageratina riparia, an ornamental plant which is native to Mexico, but now invasive in a variety of tropical climates. The fungus was given its current scientific name and classified within the genus Entyloma in 1988.
- Family
- Entylomataceae
How to use it
Mist flower smut is primarily used as a biological herbicide to manage the invasive Ageratina riparia. By employing this fungus, gardeners and land managers can effectively control the spread of this ornamental plant, promoting healthier ecosystems without the use of harsh chemicals.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Gardening tip
If you're dealing with Ageratina riparia in your garden, consider using mist flower smut as a natural way to control its growth. This fungus can help keep the invasive plant in check, allowing your other plants to thrive without competition.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
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- Name
- Entyloma ageratinae
- Slug
- entyloma-ageratinae
- Kingdom
- Fungi
- Family
- Entylomataceae
- Genus
- Entyloma
- Species
- ageratinae
- Wikidata QID
- Q5380853
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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