Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 2.0 - 00001290
01/01/98
SAINTPAULIA DISEASE PROBLEMS
Crown rot causes rotting of the plant crown and roots
followed by wilting of the plant. The disease is worse on
over-watered plants. There is no control.
Powdery mildew causes a white powdery growth on leaves and
blossoms. This problem is worse when plants are subjected
to poor air circulation.
Bud drop may be due to low temperatures, low humidity,
over-watering and extreme fluctuations in soil moisture,
temperature or light intensity.
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