Erysiphe capreae
Erysiphe capreae
Description
Erysiphe capreae is a powdery mildew found only on Salix caprea (the Goat Willow or Common Sallow, with broad leaves). Microscopic examination of chasmothecia is needed.
Similar Species
Erysiphe adunca is also found on Salix caprea
Identification difficulty
host/microscopy 
Recording advice
Photograph on host plant, and add host species to the comments for your record. Microscopic examination of chasmothecia is needed to separate from similar species on this host.
Habitat
On Salix caprea
Graham Calow
Sapcote, Grace Road balancing pond
31 October 2022
Goat Willow
det. R Lemmon from specimen
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