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 not rare in any part of the Northern United States; on the other hand, it is not commonly seen because of its inconspicuous habit of … Read more
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 pocket,” which is bladder-like or pouch-like in appearance. It is hollow and usually about 1″ to 2″ inches long. The fruit continues to develop, but … Read more
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 appear sunken or mushy. The fungus spores love this environment, and it is easy to find the dusty yellow-brown covering of spores. Splashing water moves … Read more