White Substance on Small Leaves

[HighHopes48]

--Outdoor plant is 5th generation Northern Lights clone.
--Growing area is SC (very hot and humid).
--Plant is well into flowering with healthy looking buds.

This plant has generally appeared to be very healthy throughout the growing season, but I am beginning to notice a dry, milky white substance on the smaller leaves. This substance will wipe away when moisture is applied. There is no evidence of bud rot at this point. I am reluctant to do much of anything except observe since the trichomes are increasing daily. I have seen this substance in years past, and have experienced minimal bud rot just before harvest. This year, I spread the branches considerably from the beginning, and the buds look fine. Can anyone tell me what this substance most likely is and if I should do anything at this point except watch and wait. I'm probably 2-3 weeks away from harvest.

thanks!

[polishpollack]

Powdery mildew - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Powdery_mildew)

[HighHopes48]

Powdery mildew - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Powdery_mildew)

Thanks, pp. I did some research and arrived at the same conclusion. I found a resource that recommended the spraying of diluted hydrogen peroxide or a diluted milk/water mixture. I tried 5 oz. 2% milk + 25 oz. water. The next day, all leaf whiteness was gone. We've had moderate rain since then with a very dry week ahead. Since I'm so close to harvest, I'm going to keep my eyes open and ride it out.

[polishpollack]

That's a very important solution for people to know. I know someone who got sick trying to take care of this kind of problem using bleach. If milk works, everyone should remember that. Good job.

[VapedG13]

milk works..... H202 works also.....will keep it at bay for 4-5 days