Growing on a maple tree

Discussion in 'Garden Pest Management and Identification' started by itsy60, Jun 21, 2008.

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    What is this please? Can the tree be saved?
     

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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    There's a very good chance the tree has 'compartmentalised' the knot, i.e., the fungal decay will be confined to the old branch stub and not spread into the rest of the wood. So yes, I'd think the tree can be saved; it isn't necessary to do anything other than break off the rotted wood to improve the appearance.
     
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    Thanks. Is this just a regular bracket fungus?
     

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