What is the white stuff on my cyclamen?

Oïdium cyclaminis attacks Cyclamen flowers. The spores of this fungus, spread on the wind, cause a white powdery mildew on the petals. The attacks, which take place in warm, humid weather, are fairly rare; but they can cause serious damage to flowering. The disease can be controlled by chemical means.

Do you water cyclamen from the bottom?

watering. For indoor cyclamen, always water from the base and allow the plant to draw up the water it requires. The worst thing is a constant dribble of water.

What is wrong with my cyclamen?

Droopy cyclamen flowers occur when a plant has too much water. Cyclamens prefer moist soil but not boggy conditions. Plants in containers should also have well-draining soil and several holes in the bottom of the pot. Plants that are kept too wet will develop drooping leaves as well as crown rot.

Why is there white stuff on my plants?

White mold, also known as powdery mildew, is a fungal disease that affects various plants and vegetation. This white fuzzy mold can cover the leaves and stems of indoor and outdoor plants, and in some cases, cover the entire plant—including fruits and buds—in white and gray fungal spores.

What causes white powdery mildew?

Powdery mildew, mainly caused by the fungus Podosphaera xanthii, infects all cucurbits, including muskmelons, squash, cucumbers, gourds, watermelons and pumpkins. In severe cases, powdery mildew can cause premature death of leaves, and reduce yield and fruit quality.

Are cyclamen perennials or annuals?

Cyclamen are a genus of about 20 tuberous perennials grown for their pink and white flowers that appear at a time when few other plants are flowering.

Can cyclamen be divided?

So when can I divide cyclamen, you ask? Division of cyclamen bulbs of florist cyclamen should be done only when the plant has gone dormant, typically after April. Hardy cyclamen plant division should be done in autumn. Both types have similar bulbs and are divided the same way.

What does white fungus on plants look like?

White mold on plants looks like a fuzzy substance that is the result of fungus spores. The spores quickly grow on the plant leaves and stems to form a white fuzz that’s also called powdery mildew. Although white mold won’t kill a healthy plant, it can affect the plant’s growth.