What Kind of Diseases Found on Tree

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TREE DISEASES
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INTRODUCTION

• Trees are vulnerable to diseases like every other
  living organism. Trees require a sufficient
  supply of carbon dioxide, water, light and other
  nutrients from their environment for growth and
  development. An inadequacy of any of these
  nutrients may reduce growth and stress out the
  trees.
• Where a tree becomes stressed, it may lack the
  energy needed to produce essential defences and
  may become prone to diseases. Diseased trees
  eventually die, and it is quite tricky diagnosing
  the initial cause. This difficulty arises from
  the complexity of problems that may not be easily
  traced.
• For instance, drought may cause a tree to weaken
  and then make it susceptible to fungal attack.
  Also, environmental factors like storm wounds,
  pollution or temperature can affect the tree.
  Other times, two or more diseases may be
  accumulated in the tree. Diseases in trees are
  derived from fungi, viral or bacterial sources.

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KINDS OF FUNGAL DECAY

• HONEY FUNGUS
• The honey fungus grows in small clumps and tufts
  on the wood of trees. The colour of its cap is
  yellowish-brown, and whenever it is moist, its
  touch is sticky. They have a variety of shape
  from conical to convex with a space in the
  middle. This space is dependent on how old the
  fungus is. The trees either have rings on their
  stems or not, but they usually have spore prints
  in white.

• BEEFSTEAK FUNGUS
• Beefsteak fungus has a tongue-like look and a
  reddish-brown colour, together with a roughened
  surface. Its underside has a creamy-white colour
  and constitutes of minute pores. When cut open,
  it produces a dull looking red juice, and its
  flesh looks meaty. 

• TINDER FUNGUS
• Tinder fungus also referred to a horses hoof
  fungus, is usually found on beech and birch
  trees. It may be used in fighting fires, as it
  can smoke for several hours. This particular kind
  of fungi is resilient and hard. They can remain
  alive for a very long time. They can also develop
  different colours of rings and circles.

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BENEFITS OF FUNGI IN TREES

• Most times, a fungal disease can only be detected
  when the fruiting body of the mushrooms is
  physically apparent. By this time, it may be
  already late to take action. However, it is
  expedient to understand that not all types of
  fungi can pose damage to trees.
• Some kinds of fungi have a relationship that is
  mutually beneficial with the trees (symbiotic).
  This is where the fungi obtain energy from tree
  sugars. These tree sugars are made during the
  process of photosynthesis. Then the tree derives
  its benefit from the absorption of extra
  phosphorus and nitrogen due to the soils final
  action.

TREATMENT OF FUNGI IN TREES
It is unfortunate that diseased trees due to
fungal decay cannot be cured or treated. Hence,
as an essential aspect of gardening, prevention
of the fungus from developing is necessary. The
perfect defence against the development of
mushroom is the maintenance of healthy trees.
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PREVENTIVE MEASURES AGAINST TREE DISEASES

• It is advisable to take preventive measures
  against diseases likely to attack your trees in a
  reasonable time. This will help keep your tree
  sustainable and fruitful.
• Just as you take cognisance of your body and
  environmental hygiene, your trees also require
  good health to survive. Biosecurity is vital to
  the prevention of the spread of tree diseases.
• Furthermore, you should always disinfect and
  clean tools, footwear, and vehicles during
  movement between sites. As regards ash trees that
  have been planted for about five years,
  frequently inspect them to ensure that they are
  free from any disease.
• Maintenance of a good surrounding that is free of
  dead branches and leaves should be a priority so
  that fungi will not have the opportunity to grow.
  And, if you need more information on tree
  diseases in the UK, tree fungus and how to
  identify tree fungus, Valiant Arborist is
  available to put you through.

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