Black Dust on Camellia Plant

Question

Our Camellia plant is in full bloom but some of the leaves are covered in a black dust. Do you know what is causing this and how it can be cured, as we have just bought a new plant and don’t want the same disease to effect it.

Answer 1

This is sooty mold, often brought about by insect pests. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/sooty-mold-on-camellia.htm

Answer 2

try cornmeal it has triptofan(natural fungacide) also kills the mold