Indian Pipes – Curious Parasites

Indian Pipes

One of the strangest flowers of our native woodlands is the waxy white Indian pipe, Monotropa uniflora, which can be found in blossom from late June through August.  It is

Fungus and Insect Enemies Of The Plum

enemies of the plum

The plum has certain characteristic enemies, both fungi and insects. One fungus begins to attack the plant soon after its bloom is shed. The young fruit soon develops a “plum

What Causes Rotting Leaves On Christmas Cactus?

fusarium fungus Christmas cactus

The most important disease-causing problem for the Christmas cactus plant is caused by a fungus – Fusarium oxysporum. Stem lesions are water-soaked initially and rapidly enlarge to reddish-brown areas which