Slime Moulds

These are not fungi, but belong in the Kingdom Protista, consisting of many unrelated organisms in a Class: Myxomycetes (Myxogastria). They spread by spores but do not harm turfgrasses, rather create masses of slimy cells on the grass which can be visually unattractive and also impact on playability by being slippery and reducing light levels reaching grass leaves when in abundance. Warm, moist weather is needed for reproduction, especially towards the end of summer to autumn periods. Moisture retentive and shaded turf is more prone than well-drained exposed situations.