Anthracnose

Colletotrichum gloeosporioides is a widespread phytopathogenic fungus that causes anthracnose in a wide range of crops, including fruits like mango, papaya, avocado, and many others. This fungus infects leaves, stems, flowers, and especially fruits, where it produces dark, sunken lesions often surrounded by concentric rings. In humid conditions, these lesions may develop pinkish to orange spore masses.

Anthracnose caused by C. gloeosporioides leads to fruit rot, premature fruit drop, and significant post-harvest losses, reducing both market quality and shelf life.

Effective management involves preventive cultural practices, timely applications of appropriate biosolutions, and careful post-harvest handling to minimize infection and spread.