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Allantophomopsiella pseudotsugae

Phomopsis disease

Description

The fungus commonly survives as a saprophyte on various dead plant remains. It mainly attacks conifers, it is a very rare occurrence on beech. The fungus passes from the branches to the trunk, where it rings and the seedling dies.

Symptom

The fungus passes from the branches to the trunk, where it rings and the seedling dies.

Tree Species: Beech

Part of a plant- attacked: Tree trunk

Pest significance: Very harmful

Pest Category: Fungi

Invasive Species: No

Present in EU: Yes