Colus Hirudinosus (Rare Fungus)
I was sent this photo of a colus hirudinosus, a rare fungus. This specimen was found near Broke, NSW, and appeared shortly after rain. It is a member of the stinkhorn family, and produces a strong fetid odor that attracts flies and other ... [... more]
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Oral thrush
Oral thrush is an infection of the mouth with a yeast fungus called Candida albicans. It's also known as candidosis or moniliasis. The yeast Candida albicans is found throughout the environment. Most people have some on their skin and in more ... [... more]
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How to identify, prevent and treat Woolly Aphid
The woolly aphid (eriosoma lanigerum) appears in the spring on the bark of some fruit trees - it is common around bark which has not been cleanly pruned. The aphids are covered in a waxy substance which makes them look like a fungus or mould. If ... [... more]
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SPUR BLIGHT
A fungus disease which infects raspberries and occasionally loganberries. The spur blight fungus infects the plants in early Summer, although the symptoms only appear in August. Dark purple blotches appear which become larger, turning silver with ... [... more]
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SILVER LEAF
Silver leaf is caused by the fungus Chondrostereum purpureum which enters trees through wounds - often caused by bad pruning. The fungus grows within the tree producing toxins in the sap. These pass to the leaves causing them to turn silver and ... [... more]
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How to deal with Brown Rot
Brown rot (Monilinia fructigena and laxa) is a fungus infection that enters the fruit through wounds made by wasps, caterpillars and birds. The symptoms are rotting and browning of the entire fruit - the fruit becomes soft and grey spots of ... [... more]
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Rose Problems PURPLE SPOT
PURPLE SPOT, This is similar to blackspot in appearance. The leaves turn yellowish, and purple spots appear on them. It's not however caused by a fungus, it's just that your rose is a bit stressed. This is similar to blackspot in appearance. The ... [... more]
Rose Buddies |
Rose Problems MILDEW
MILDEW, Mildew is a fungus that some varieties are more susceptible to. It looks like grey/white powder on the leaves and buds. Don't worry, lots of roses get this. It's unsightly, but doesn't do much damage and is easy to get rid of. Mildew is a ... [... more]
Rose Buddies |
Rose Problems BLACKSPOT
BLACKSPOT, Blackspot is a fungus which makes black spots on the leaves and then makes them turn yellow. It is unsightly and can weaken your roses if not treated. Blackspot is a fungus which makes black spots on the leaves and then makes them turn ... [... more]
Rose Buddies |
Rose Problems RUST
RUST, Now, this is quite serious. Rust is a fungus that eventually can kill your rose and it's quite difficult to get rid of. It looks like bright orange patches that appear under the leaves and the whole plant starts to look a bit yellow and ... [... more]
Rose Buddies |
Chocolate Striped Pet Bed with Healthguard.
 Soft cosy pet bed with 100% polyester fleece removable cover with water resistant reverse and 100% polyester filling.Treated with healthguard to eradicate bacteria and fungus.Fully machine washable at 40C.Suitable for dogs and cats.Size (H)18, (W)100, (D) [... more]
£17.98
Homebase |
JBL MedoPond - 500 ml (for 6000 Liter)
JBL MedoPond effectively fights fungus attacks and skin parasites such as ichthyophthirius, costia and trichodina. Skin lesions and fin rot will heal within a short time. Healing effects generally start after approximately 24 hours. Aquatic plants are [... more]
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