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Zinnia > Leaves > Malformed, cupped or distorted leaves
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Plant growth regulator herbicide injury
(2,4-D, Dicamba, etc.)
- Leaves are twisted, cupped, or distorted
- Leaves may appear thick and leathery
- Veins in leaves are thick and close together
- Side of the plant closest to the herbicide application is most severely affected
- Different species of plants in spray area will show similar symptoms
- More information on herbicide injury
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Powdery Mildew
Golovinomyces (syn. Erysiphe) cichoracearum
- Powdery, fluffy white spots and blotches on leaves, stems, and flower parts
- Tiny black round spheres may be visible within white spots late in the season
- Spots typically start on lower leaves but can spread to cover the entire plant
- Severely infected leaves may be completely covered in white or grayish white fungi
- In some cases, leaves become curled or twisted or turn yellow due to the infection
- More information on Powdery Mildew
