Armillaria

Armillaria mellea is a parasitic fungus of tree plants in which it causes root rot. A sign of its presence on the affected plant is the appearance of creamy white mycelium plaques with a characteristic fan shape under the bark. In general, plants affected by root rot show poor root absorption capacity, stunted growth, chlorotic leaves, weak branches and other symptoms, which could initially be blamed on other diseases, until the plant dies.

In the autumn months, the appearance of fruiting bodies (so-called pegs) may reveal its presence. This pathogen mainly affects plants that are already debilitated or have lacerations on the trunk. It develops particularly in the presence of stagnant water and poorly drained soil.

The natural fertiliser BioAksxter® acts as a balancer of the plant-soil system. Its constant use produces the progressive restoration of the substrate by means of a deep regeneration action. This enables the triggering of biodegradators useful for the plant's physiological processes and the consequent rebalancing of the microbial fauna. The combination of these factors results in a strengthening of the plant's self-defences, which has greater potential to counter pathogen attack.