
Chrysanthemum
Scientific name:
Chrysanthemum indicum
Soil type:
Well-drained, sandy loam
Temperature:
Day 20 – 28 oC, Night 15 – 20 oC
pH:
Neutral or acidic pH of 6.0 – 7.0
ALSTASAN SILVOX (Silver Hydrogen Peroxide based Biodegradable Floriculture Disinfectant) addresses the following areas of concern without causing harmful/toxic effects.
Method of application:
Regular treatment by Spray method:
A solution of this disinfectant is sprayed on the chrysanthemum flower plants once in every 7-15 days helping in the treatment of the following diseases:
- Rust (Brown), by Puccinia chrysanthemi is identified by dark brown fungal spores on the leaves
- Rust (White), by Puccinia horiana is identified by yellow spots on the upper leaf surfaces, and raised pinkish-white sporulation areas on the undersides
Regular treatment by Drip method:
This disinfectant is added to irrigation water and fed to the soil bed through a drip line. It is advised to repeat this process once every 15 days. Helps in the treatment of the following diseases:
- Powdery mildew caused by Erysiphe sp., characterized by white fungal patches on the leaves
- Pythium root and stem rot, by Pythium sp., account for wilted plants with dark-brown to black stems
- Rhizoctonia stem rot, by Rhizoctonia solani account for wilted plants, with reddish-brown stem areas that encircle the plant
- Botrytis blight, by Botrytis cinerea, identified by light brown spots on the lower petals which gradually spread to other petals. The infected tissues have a gray fungal covering
Regular treatment by Drench method:
A fair dilution of the product is made and drenched to each plant every 15-30 days. Helps in treating the following diseases of chrysanthemum cultivation:
- Powdery mildew caused by Erysiphe sp., characterized by white fungal patches on the leaves
- Pythium root and stem rot, by Pythium sp., account for wilted plants with dark-brown to black stems
- Rhizoctonia stem rot, by Rhizoctonia solani account for wilted plants, with reddish-brown stem areas that encircle the plant
For knowing the exact dosage and method of application for your given requirement, please refer to our Chemtex representative or email us your requirement at silvox@silverhydrogenperoxide.com or call us at +91-896-111-1111