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Yellow litchen? fungus? on my trees

Lolalane · 2008-04-18 13:26:48

Hi i have a bright yellow litchen or fungus growing on my trees is this harmful?? If so is there any advice on getting rid of it? Thank you

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18-04-2008 2:26pm

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Lolalane

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Hi i have a bright yellow litchen or fungus growing on my trees is this harmful?? If so is there any advice on getting rid of it? Thank you

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#2 19-04-2008 4:36pm
planetX

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It's a lichen called Xanthoria. Completely harmless - usually grows where there is fertilisation eg. under where birds like to perch. Consider it a sign of good clean air quality!

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#3 19-04-2008 5:32pm
Lolalane

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Thanks Planetx that is great news, I was worried I had a big problem:D

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