Lachnellula willkommii
European larch canker
Description
The fungus causes canker in larch. The infection enters a tree through physical bark injuries or by aphid sucking which results in microscopic wounds and deterioration of bark elasticity. The bark becomes sunken at the infection site. Tree defense mechanisms trigger callusing around bark necroses and thus the stem or twig is soon deformed. After time, the infection site can be covered with saucer-shaped fruiting bodies which are 1–4 mm in diameter, with yellowish or orange centres and white wool on the edges and underside. The disease occurs mostly in moist valleys with subdued air currents.
Symptom
Orange fruiting bodies on the trunk.
Tree Species: Larch
Part of a plant- attacked: Tree trunk
Pest significance: Harmful
Pest Category: Fungi
Invasive Species: No
Present in EU: Yes
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