Slime Mold Symptoms on Turf
Slime Mold (fungi - Physarum spp. and Fuligo spp.): Dark gray-to-black crust-like material will form on the leaves and stems of turfgrass. The soot-type material rubs off easily on shoes and clothing. Slime Mold fungi feed on decaying
organic matter splashed upon the leaves and stems. They do not feed on green grass and cause no damage other than shading. Slime molds can be removed from the grass by applying water under pressure with a water hose, mowing, or by brushing with a broom. No
chemicals are necessary.
September, 1996