Famoxadone
Type: Fungicide
Mode of Action: Inhibiting the mitochondrial respiration in fungi
Common Product Names: Tanos
What is it?
Famoxadone is a synthetic fungicide belonging to the oxazolidinedione class of chemicals. It is highly effective against a range of foliar diseases, particularly those caused by Oomycetes and Ascomycetes fungi. Famoxadone is typically used in combination with other fungicides to enhance its efficacy and to help manage resistance development.
One of the key characteristics of famoxadone is its protective action on plant leaves. It is absorbed by the plant tissue, where it remains active for an extended period, offering long-lasting protection against fungal diseases.
How does it work?
Famoxadone disrupts the energy production process in fungi by inhibiting the mitochondrial respiration at the cytochrome bc1 complex. By preventing the fungus from generating the energy it needs to grow and reproduce, famoxadone effectively stops the spread of the disease.
Famoxadone is primarily used as a preventative fungicide, applied before the onset of disease or at the early stages of infection. It has a curative effect as well, particularly when used in the early stages of infection. Famoxadone provides rapid results, with disease control often visible within a few days after application. Additionally, its long residual activity means that it continues to protect plants for several weeks, reducing the need for frequent reapplications.