Multiplex Ziddhi Fungicide – Captan 70% + Hexaconazole 5% WP

Multiplex Ziddhi Fungicide for Contact and Systemic Disease Protection

Multiplex Ziddhi Fungicide is a broad-spectrum combination fungicide containing Captan 70% + Hexaconazole 5% WP. It combines the surface-protective activity of Captan with the systemic action of Hexaconazole to support preventive and curative management of label-listed fungal diseases.

Ziddhi is officially recommended for fruit rot or anthracnose in chilli, early and late blight in potato, and powdery mildew and rust in black gram. It may also support the management of susceptible soil- and seed-borne fungal diseases where specifically permitted by the current product label.

Multiplex Ziddhi Fungicide Product Specifications

Technical Composition

Key Features of Multiplex Ziddhi

• Dual-action combination: Combines contact activity from Captan with systemic action from Hexaconazole.
• Protective action: Helps protect treated plant surfaces from susceptible fungal infection.
• Curative support: Hexaconazole helps restrict susceptible fungal growth that has started inside plant tissues.
• Broad-spectrum activity: Useful against multiple label-listed fungal diseases in chilli, potato and black gram.
• Multi-site and single-site combination: Combines Captan's multi-site activity with the targeted triazole activity of Hexaconazole.
• WP formulation: Disperses in water for uniform foliar application when mixed correctly.

Benefits for Farmers

• Helps manage fruit rot or anthracnose in chilli.
• Supports preventive and curative management of early and late blight in potato.
• Helps manage powdery mildew and rust in black gram.
• Provides both external surface protection and internal systemic activity.
• Helps reduce fungal spread when applied during the early stage of infection.
• Supports protection of foliage, shoots and developing produce from label-listed diseases.
• Can be included in an integrated disease- and resistance-management programme.

Recommended Crops, Diseases and Dose

Crop-use note: Do not treat the general disease list as a recommendation for every vegetable, fruit, cereal or plantation crop. Use Ziddhi only on crops and diseases permitted by the current product label.

Target Disease Spectrum

Dose for Common Spray-Tank Sizes

Dose note: The official recommendation is 2 g per litre of water. Therefore, the total quantity per acre depends on the crop canopy and actual spray-water volume used. Confirm the crop-specific water volume and waiting period from the current product label.

How to Use Multiplex Ziddhi Fungicide

1. Identify the fungal disease and confirm that the crop is covered by the product label.
2. Wear gloves, a mask, protective clothing and suitable footwear before handling.
3. Measure Ziddhi at 2 g for every litre of required spray water.
4. Prepare a smooth slurry by mixing the measured powder with a small quantity of water.
5. Fill the spray tank halfway with clean water.
6. Add the prepared slurry to the tank while stirring continuously.
7. Add the remaining water and agitate until the spray suspension is uniform.
8. Spray evenly on the upper and lower surfaces of leaves and other affected crop parts.
9. Avoid spraying during strong wind, rainfall or very hot afternoon conditions.
10. Use the prepared spray suspension on the same day.

Best Time to Apply

• Apply preventively when field conditions favour the label-listed disease.
• For curative support, apply when the first disease symptoms become visible.
• Spray during the early morning or evening for uniform coverage.
• Avoid application when rainfall is expected shortly after spraying.
• Do not wait until severe infection has spread throughout the field.
• Repeat only according to disease pressure and current label guidance.

Mode of Action

Captan is a multi-site contact fungicide belonging to FRAC Group M04. It remains mainly on treated surfaces and interferes with several metabolic processes in susceptible fungal spores and cells, supporting preventive protection.

Hexaconazole is a systemic triazole fungicide belonging to FRAC Group 3. It is absorbed by treated plant parts and inhibits sterol biosynthesis, disrupting fungal cell-membrane formation and restricting susceptible fungal growth.

Together, the two active ingredients provide surface protection and systemic activity. Complete spray coverage remains important because Captan primarily acts where the spray deposit reaches.

Why Farmers Can Choose Multiplex Ziddhi

• Contains Captan 70% + Hexaconazole 5% WP.
• Provides both contact and systemic fungicidal activity.
• Supports protective, therapeutic and eradicative disease management.
• Officially recommended for important diseases of chilli, potato and black gram.
• Uses two active ingredients with different biochemical activity.
• Available in 100 g, 250 g, 500 g and 1 kg packs.
• Suitable for use within an integrated disease-management programme.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Multiplex Ziddhi Fungicide?

Multiplex Ziddhi is a combination fungicide containing Captan 70% and Hexaconazole 5% in a wettable-powder formulation.

What is the recommended dose of Ziddhi?

The official dose is 2 g per litre of water. This equals 30 g for a 15-litre spray pump and 32 g for a 16-litre pump.

Which crops and diseases are officially recommended?

The official information lists chilli fruit rot or anthracnose, potato early and late blight, and black gram powdery mildew and rust.

Is Ziddhi a contact or systemic fungicide?

It provides both actions. Captan works mainly as a contact protectant, while Hexaconazole provides systemic activity within treated plant tissues.

Can Ziddhi be used for powdery mildew?

It is officially recommended for powdery mildew in black gram. Use on powdery mildew in another crop only when that crop and disease are permitted on the label.

Can Ziddhi be used for tomato blight?

Multiplex has published guidance mentioning Ziddhi at 2 g/L for tomato early blight management. However, confirm that tomato use is permitted on the current physical label before application.

Can Ziddhi be used preventively?

Yes. Captan provides protective surface activity, so preventive or very early-stage application can be useful when disease-favourable conditions develop.

What is the spray interval for Ziddhi?

The interval depends on the crop, disease, weather and current product label. Do not automatically repeat every 10–15 days without checking the label.

Can Ziddhi be mixed with other pesticides or fertilizers?

Do not combine it with unfamiliar products without checking both labels. Captan may be incompatible with certain alkaline products, oils or other mixtures. Conduct a jar test and seek qualified agricultural advice before tank mixing.

What precautions should be followed?

Wear appropriate protective equipment, avoid inhaling spray mist or powder, prevent contact with skin and eyes, and keep the product away from children, animals, food, feed and water sources.