Loose smut predominantly affects cereal crops, causing considerable damage. It infiltrates the host plant's seed, disrupting normal grain development. Infected plants typically display masses of dark spores where healthy grains should be. Because loose smut lives within the plant tissue, controlling it requires careful seed treatment and plant management practices to prevent its spread.
Odor:
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive
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Attributes
Similar Species
Tips for Finding
Clean and Preserve
Common Questions
General Info About Loose smut
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Attributes of Loose smut
Spore Print Color
Black
Odor
Mildly mushroomy but not distinctive
Flesh Bruises
The flesh or milk does not discolor when bruised or cut.
