Powdery mildews make up the family Erysiphaceae, ascomycete fungi whose members are obligate parasites of plants. A powdery mildew infection forms a superficial mycelium across the surface of a host plant's leaves and stems, producing the characteristic white, powdery coating that gives the disease its common name.
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Distinguishing AppearancePowdery mildew forms a superficial mycelium across the surface of a host plant that produces a characteristic white, powdery coating. 1 Scientific Name Connections
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1. Wikipedia: Erysiphaceae
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Erysiphaceae
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The members of this family are obligate parasites with a superficial mycelium that forms a characteristic white, powdery coating on their host plants.
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