Black Helmo
Common Name
Black Helmo
Seasons of Activity
Generally in warmer temperatures
Areas of Plant Infected
Foliage.
Cultural Methods of Control
Increase drainage, balance N and K, review watering practices.
Scientific Name
Black Helminosporium
Key Distinguishing Feature
Leaves produce a dark brown, black greasy substance(exudate). Helmo is more common following periods of excess rainfall.
The symptoms of Helmo turf diseases vary, depending upon the specific pathogen, grass species, weather conditions, and cultural conditions involved. In general ‘Black Helmo’ produces small dark spots or patches of dead of dying grass (melting out), which do not measure more than about 10 cm in diameter.
Leaf tissues turn yellow around these lesions and in severe cases the infected plant dies.
Key Products for Control:
Voltar 500SC - 45mL/100sqm in 10L of water
Voltar 250SC - 90mL/100sqm in 10L of water
Related products
Indigo Voltar 500SC 1L
