Fungus on live oak

[Donna Jablecki]

We have had a lot of rain on the Gulf Coast in the past six weeks. My ancient live oaks have white bracket fungi on their bark. In addition I see a flat spreading white fungus on the bark and a spider webby looking material on the bark. Are these serious problems? What are the therapies? Thanks for any help.

[symplastless]

I would have to see the tree.

Sincerely, John A. Keslick, Jr. Arborist

Beware of so-called tree experts who do not understand tree biology. Storms, fires, floods, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions keep reminding us that we are not the boss.

[symplastless]

In fact without see the patient I can just suggest you look out for the following:

Many tree problems are associated with the following: They are Case Sensitive.

Troubles in the Rhizosphere

Trees from the Nursery / Improper Planting up "Tree Planting" Mulching - Look up "Mulch"

Improper Pruning

Fertilization (See A Touch of Chemistry) Farming and Related Problems John A. Keslick, Jr. Arborist Beware of so-called tree experts who do not understand tree biology. Storms, fires, floods, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions keep reminding us that we are not the boss.

[symplastless]

Donna

It sounds like you have some dieback which may be the result of an injury of some type. A trunk wound from something like a flush cut. If the dieback is at the base of the trunk it could be woody root injury. I would rally have to see the tree.

Sincerely, John A. Keslick, Jr. Arborist

Beware of so-called tree experts who do not understand tree biology. Storms, fires, floods, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions keep reminding us that we are not the boss.

[mcastrejana]

I have the same thing. Have you discovered the cause? My infestation sprang up overnight and I have seen it on numerous trees in the area.