Armetil C is a fungicide and bactericide formulated as a wettable powder (WP), with a dual formula that combines systemic and protective action. It contains metalaxyl together with copper oxychloride, making it effective for the prevention and early treatment of a wide range of fungal and bacterial diseases. It protects the plant from within while forming an outer protective layer that limits the spread of infection. Suitable for vegetables, fruit, grapes and ornamental plants within integrated control programs.
Key Features
- Dual systemic + protective formula in one product.
- Effective against downy mildew, blights and root rot.
- Helps reduce fungal and bacterial leaf spots.
- Protects new growth and limits the spread of disease.
- Suitable for preventive use and for curative use at early stages.
- Can be used on a wide range of crops.
Specifications
- Trade name: Armetil C
- Product type: fungicide and bactericide
- Formulation: wettable powder (WP)
- Active ingredients: metalaxyl 8% + copper oxychloride 70%
- Mode of action: systemic + contact protective
- Country of origin: Spain
- Pack size: 1 kg
Directions for Use
- Apply Armetil C at 250 g per 100 L of water, equivalent to 2.5 g per liter of water.
- First dissolve the product in a small amount of water and stir well, then add the rest of the water. Spray the whole foliage, covering both upper and lower leaf surfaces. Spray early in the morning or before sunset, and avoid spraying in high temperatures or strong wind.
- Repeat every 7–14 days depending on disease pressure and weather conditions.
Diseases Controlled
- Downy mildew (grapes, cucurbits, onion, lettuce, carrot)
- Late blight (tomato, potato)
- Early blight (tomato)
- Root rot and gummosis (citrus)
- Scab and bitter rot (pome fruit)
- Rust, leaf curl and leaf spot (stone fruit and ornamentals)
- Some bacterial spots on vegetable crops
- Rate for all diseases: 2.5 g per liter of water
Pre-Harvest Interval
- The pre-harvest interval is not stated on the product pack; follow the approved interval for each crop according to the instructions of the competent agricultural authorities and local registration.
Orkida Tip
- For best results, use Armetil C preventively or only at the first sign of infection; do not rely on it alone in severe infections. Rotate it with products that have a different mode of action within an integrated program, and stick strictly to the recommended rate without increasing it.