While indoors and indoors, indoor plants are not 100% protected from pests and diseases. Contrary to misconception, indoor plants are susceptible to diseases and pests. If a problem appears, you need to deal with it. It is worth remembering that the best treatment is prevention. For preventive purposes, drugs are used, including Fundazol.
You can buy it in specialized flower shops and on the Internet. Finding Fundazol on the shelves is becoming more and more difficult, so more often you have to search on the Internet. Recently, many authorities and farms have banned the use of Fundazol, but this has not been confirmed by law.
The main pros and cons of foundationol
Fundazol for plants has significant advantages compared to other similar drugs, namely:
- has a minimal degree of toxicity;
- within a day after use, it blocks the growth and development of fungal cells;
- this drug can be used to treat the plant and for prevention;
- operates regardless of temperature;
- tolerates natural precipitation well 3 hours after treatment;
- begins its therapeutic activity as quickly as possible.
It is also worth noting that this drug has some disadvantages:
- the break between treatments should be at least 2 seasons;
- if used incorrectly, the drug can be harmful to humans and fish;
- very high degree of flammability.
Reviews
Gardeners and gardeners have mostly positive reviews of the drug Fundazol. The drug has good effectiveness, is compatible with most types of chemicals, and is easy to use.
- Alexander. “I have been using the drug Fundazol for several years. He amazed me with his ability to quickly cope with fungal diseases. At first I used the chemical in the garden, and now I started treating indoor flowers with this product.”
- Ilya. “A friend told me about the drug Fundazol. He uses this product at his dacha to treat vegetable plants growing in a greenhouse. I myself decided to test the product on my orchid. The flower became sick with root rot. I was sorry to part with my green pet, so I took my friend’s advice. Fundazol’s work surprised me; just 2 weeks after the treatment, my orchid began to grow again, and there were no traces of the disease left.”
- Anna. “I regularly treat my vineyard with foundationazole. This delicate plant is often susceptible to attack by bacteria and infections, and preventative treatment with a fungicide helps me prevent the development of unpleasant diseases.”
Fungicide Fundazol has a powerful antifungal effect. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various plant crops, including home flowers.
Sources used:
- Handbook of plant protection for gardeners and gardeners / S.K. Grebenshchikov. - M.: Rosselkhozizdat, 1987.
- Calendar-guide for pest and disease control in gardens (for non-chernozem zone) / N.A. Ivanova, A.A. Shumakova. — M.: Kolos
- Pests of agricultural crops and forest plantations: monograph. / V.P. Vasiliev. - M.: Book on Demand, 2012.
When to use foundationol
The use of foundationazole is necessary if the plant has any disease from this list:
- root rot;
- wet rot;
- gray rot;
- blackleg;
- ascochyta;
- anthracnose
This pesticide can be used to treat tubers, spray seedlings or seeds before sowing. If a houseplant needs to be replanted, its roots can be soaked in a foundationazole solution for prevention.
It is worth noting that this drug cannot be used to treat downy mildew, rust, and bacteria.
How does Fundazol work?
The place of penetration into the plant is the leaf plates and root system.
More precisely, the product penetrates through one of these pathways. One part of the drug is converted to carbendazim. It is this that has the properties of a fungicide and prevents the action of the fungus. Its effect is superficial. Even if there are only initial symptoms, the activity of the fungus, which is in the initial stage of its development, is already suppressed.
How to use Fundazol - video
Fundazol perfectly solves problems with plants such as:
- anthracnose;
- powdery mildew;
- gray rot;
- Phomasis;
- wilt (fusarium and verticillium wilt);
- late blight
- and others.
True, not all diseases can be eliminated by a remedy. For example, downy mildew and rust are not affected by it.
Preparation of foundation solution
There is a standard norm for diluting foundationazole - 1 g of the drug per 1 liter of water. To create a solution, it is best to use a special container and treat the plants using a sprayer.
Step-by-step instructions for foundationazole when preparing a solution:
- It is necessary to defend the water.
- Completely dissolve the drug in the required amount of settled water.
- Mix well.
- Immediately begin processing the plants.
If you see that particles of powder settle to the bottom, then you need to stir the solution periodically, otherwise there will be no desired effect.
Composition of the drug, properties
"Fundazol" is a systemic fungicide. Used to combat fungal infections. The active substance (benomyl) is white crystals from the chemical class of benzimidazoles. The concentration in the preparation is 500 g per 1 kg. When treated it gives a preventive, systemic, exterminating effect.
The product is a wettable powder with a pungent odor. For treatments, dissolve in water and apply in strict accordance with the indicated dosages. (Hungary), (Russia).
Release form: bags of powder of 10, 50, 250 g. Large packages are also available.
How and when to treat plants
Depending on the type of plant and for what purpose it is processed, the instructions for using fundozol will depend. There are 3 ways in which the plant can be processed:
- Spraying
- Watering the soil
- Dressing of seeds, seedlings, tubers.
As a rule, this drug can be used at any time of the year, except winter. If the plant is replanted or reseeded, the treatment should be done on the same day.
Fruit-bearing plants should be treated with such a pesticide with caution and according to special instructions. For example:
- fruit-bearing trees no later than 3 weeks before fruit ripening;
- tomatoes - at least 10 days before ripeness;
- cucumbers - 7-8 days before ripening.
Description of the product
Fundazol is a one-component preparation based on benomyl fungicide, used for protection against phytopathogenic fungi. Fundazol is a systemic fungicide that acts deeply on plant tissue, penetrating through the aerial part and root. The drug has a pronounced therapeutic effect, protects fruit trees, nightshade crops, as well as orchids, roses and other flower beds. It is a medium-resistant substance; when released into the soil, it is stored for up to 2 years, and does not emit toxic fungicide vapors.
Application of Fundazol. Fundazol is a broad-spectrum drug. The drug is used as a therapeutic and prophylactic treatment for diseases of the rhizome, leaves, stems, and seeds. Fundazol is perfect for 40 types of plants.
Benomyl fungicide is a white powder of a dry structure with a pronounced sour odor. The powder does not dissolve in water and does not have volatile properties.
Properties of the drug
Thanks to some features, Fundazol can be used in various climatic zones: subtropics, central Russia. It can also be used at any time of the year.
The main active ingredient retains the ability to be active in different temperature ranges. It is more correct to use it during soil cultivation or directly treat plants. This can be done at the very beginning of spring and until the end of autumn. This drug is non-toxic, in other words, no inhibitory properties are observed for soil and plants.
If the correct dosage is observed, the active components of Fundazol can act on any part of the plant, be it the stem, seeds or even leaf axils. It is best to treat the soil when applying the solution. In this case, the drug enters the plant through the roots, and the goal is achieved more effectively.
Foundationazol for orchids
Fundazol is widely used by gardeners for the prevention and treatment of house plants. Foundationazol is especially often used for orchids, namely for the treatment of fungal infections.
It is worth noting that under no circumstances should the orchid itself be sprayed as a preventive measure. To combat fungal infections you need:
- Cut off parts of the plant affected by the fungus.
- Treat the wounds of the plant with the prepared solution or you can gently powder it with the pesticide itself.
Is it possible to combine foundationazole with other drugs? In principle, foundationazole can be used simultaneously with various other drugs:
- pesticides;
- growth regulators;
- fungicides;
- insecticides.
This drug should never be combined with alkaline agents.
Also, when deciding to use this pesticide with another drug, it is worth conducting a small compatibility experiment: mix the drugs in a small amount of water, if no sediment occurs, then they can be used simultaneously.
Instructions for use
If you need to use a product to get rid of fungal diseases, it is important to follow the instructions. Depending on what the plant is sick with, the dosage will be adjusted. Approximate calculation: 20–25 g of powder per 1 liter of water. When treating with this medicine, water the soil or spray the leaves and stems. It is possible to soak the seeds before planting.
One course of treatment includes 4–6 sprayings or waterings. The plant should be treated with Fundazol no more often than 2–3 times a season.
Ambient temperature plays an important role. The higher the temperature, the better the effect of Fundazol.
The effect of using Fundazol
The positive effect of using the drug can be observed within a week. Afterwards, additional treatment can be carried out for preventive purposes. Fundazol can be combined with other medications, but some features of the drug must be taken into account. For example, it is compatible with many pesticides, fertilizers and drugs that are responsible for regulating plant growth. The active substances of Fundazol can retain their function when mixed with various drugs that react neutrally to various aqueous solvents.
Under no circumstances should Fundazol solution be mixed with alkaline and lime preparations. In this case, the active substances may lose some of their properties, or even the antifungal properties are completely neutralized. The drug will precipitate. It is not recommended to mix this drug with fertilizers from the group of difanta and benzimidazoles.
Foundationazole analogues
If it is not possible to purchase this drug, you can choose analogues that have proven themselves well:
- foundation;
- benazole;
- lamethyl.
Rules for using fungicide
The drug is used strictly according to the instructions. Application rules vary depending on the specific type of plant and the severity of the damage.
Indications for treatment
It is recommended to treat plants with Fundazol if:
- anthracnose;
- septoria;
- verticillium and fusarium leaf wilt;
- late blight;
- powdery mildew;
- phomosa;
- gray rot, etc.
The active substance of the drug is benomyl
Note. Despite the wide spectrum of action of the drug, it is not recommended to use it for the treatment or prevention of rust or downy mildew. In the case of these phytopathologies, the fungicide will be powerless.
How to prepare the solution
When preparing the product, it is important to strictly follow the dosage rules:
- For roses, fruit trees, vegetables, shrubs, strawberries and wild strawberries, 10 g of powder should be dissolved in 10 liters of water. Stir thoroughly and use for spraying or watering at the root of the crop.
- To process cabbage, take 15 g of Fundazol per bucket of water.
- Soil disinfection is carried out with a solution in a ratio of 10-15 g per 10 liters of water.
- The root system of crops is treated with a slurry of Fundazol powder and a small amount of liquid.
The solution should be prepared in a container not intended for food consumption. It can be glass or plastic, but the main thing is that after using it to dilute the drug, it is not used anywhere else.
Dressing of seeds and tubers
To disinfect tubers and plant seeds, prepare a solution of 10 g per 2 liters of water. The liquid is thoroughly mixed so that no lumps form.
The raw material is immersed in the preparation for 3-5 minutes, then it must be removed and waited for complete drying. If a white coating forms on the surface of the planting material, this will mean that the manipulation was performed correctly.
How to use on seedlings
To treat seedlings, 1 g of the drug is used. It should be mixed with a small amount of water. Then, stirring slowly, the liquid must be brought to a total volume of 1 liter. Experts recommend using this concentrate for watering the soil before planting seedlings or for spraying it.
Security measures
When working with Fundazol, you should follow safety precautions:
- Spraying the chemical is only possible with a respirator, goggles, gloves and a suit made of thick fabric.
- Crops should be processed only in the fresh air.
- Separate containers must be used to prepare the solution. The drug itself is supplied to the plants through a spray bottle or a spray bottle. After use, the container should be washed thoroughly.
- The drug must be stored out of the reach of children and pets. Do not place it near food, medicines, dishes and animal feed. It is also prohibited to place it next to an aquarium.
If chemical vapors come into contact with the skin, it should be washed off. If pesticide particles enter the respiratory tract through the nose or mouth, rinse your throat well and then take activated carbon or other sorbent.
Safety precautions for use
Fundazol is toxic, so you should adhere to certain rules when working with it:
- When working with this drug, wear rubber gloves and a respirator.
- It is best to prepare the solution in air.
- There should be no sources of fire nearby, as the drug is highly flammable.
- Do not use food containers to prepare the solution.
- After finishing working with the drug, you should wash your hands and face well, and wash your clothes.
If the product gets on your skin or eyes, rinse thoroughly with running water.
If you accidentally drink this solution, you must immediately drink 3-4 glasses of warm water and induce vomiting, take activated charcoal, and then consult a doctor.
Concomitant use with other drugs
All fungicidal substances are perfectly compatible with Fundazol. The exception is products that give an alkaline reaction when interacting with soil, when stirred or combined with other drugs. 85% insecticides. Pesticides, stimulants, fungicides, substances with a neutral reaction have a positive reaction.
Before adding the mixed solution, you should ensure compatibility. To do this, mixing is carried out in small doses.
Action
The fungicide benomyl is the active ingredient of the drug "Fundazol". This component has the main medicinal properties:
- It suppresses the ability of fungi that have infected the plant to reproduce. Adult mushrooms and their spores that have come under the influence of Fundazol lose their nuclear cell division properties.
- Suppresses the activity of adult spider mites and larvae (acaricidal properties of benomyl).
- The insecticidal properties of the drug lie in the inhibition of the leaf beetle. It does not allow the larvae to pass the active substance into the adult (imago).
- Nematicidal properties. The active ingredient of the drug kills microscopic worms that parasitize plants and prevents them from fully developing.
Frequency and type of processing
How often the plant needs to be treated depends on the disease that has affected it. The instructions indicate that 1 or 2 treatments with Fundazol can be carried out per season. Fungi quickly get used to benomyl and over the next 2-3 seasons the drug will have to be replaced with an analogue with a different active ingredient.
Fundazol can be used in different ways:
- Spill seeds;
- Spray the leaves;
- Add roots.
It is very important to follow the manufacturer’s recommended waiting period before harvesting after treatment with Fundazol. For cucumbers, this period is 7-10 days, tomatoes can be harvested no earlier than two weeks, and apples and other fruits from fruit trees only after 21 days.
Growing indoor plants
Green pets living on windowsills are also susceptible to attack by pathogenic fungi. We offer a list of fungicides that will help cope with them:
- "Alirin."
- "Abiga."
- "Gamair".
- "Trichodermin."
- "Agate".
- "Albite".
- "Fitosporin".
- "Bona Forte".
A description of all these drugs is given above. Plants can only be treated indoors with biological preparations. If you want to get rid of fungus on an indoor flower using chemical fungicides, spraying should be done outside. Any systemic or contact medications are suitable for this purpose. The diseased plant should be placed separately from other green plants, as fungal spores can spread through the air.
Indoor plants can also be treated using traditional methods. The most effective of them is to wipe the above-ground parts of the flower with a swab dipped in a thick solution of potassium permanganate or iodine. They can also be called fungicides. If the plant is affected by root rot, it must be removed from the pot, the damaged parts removed, the cuts treated with potassium permanganate, the soil from the pot thrown away, and a new one must be calcined in the oven.
