Chromophytosis, (eng. chromophytosis), is a cryptogenic non-inflammatory invasive dermatosis, also called chromodermatophytosis, mycosis fungoides, dermatophytic pyoderma, trichosporia, folliculopetrosiform mycoses, Ajos infection according to Dubruel. It is characterized by the formation of cystic-nodular, confluent or dysmorphic groups of multi-colored (snow-white, pearl-white, grayish-whitish, dirty-grayish, greenish-brown, honey-yellow, pasty-gelatinous) dense elements against the background of skin changes of various types - from erythematous to eczematized, possibly with swelling and peeling on the surface. In the center of group elements there may be a pustule (papule, vesi
Chromophytosis is a disease that occurs when infected with fungi of the genus Chromophyta. These fungi cause various diseases in plants, including rust, powdery mildew and others.
Chromophytosis appears as spots on the leaves, stems and fruits of plants. The spots can be of different colors - from white to brown. They can be both small and large, and can cover the entire surface of the plant.
Fungal infection occurs through spores that are carried by wind or insects. Spores can enter the plant through wounds on the leaves or stem.
Treatment of chromophytosis involves the use of special preparations - fungicides. You can also use traditional methods of treatment - for example, treating plants with a solution of vinegar or soap.
It is important to remember that chromophytosis can be dangerous to human health. Therefore, if signs of this disease appear, it is necessary to consult a specialist for diagnosis and treatment.