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Black Knot Fungus

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Apiosporina morbosa, also known as Dibotryon morbosum, is a plant-pathogenic fungus and the causal agent of black knot. It affects trees in the genus Prunus, such as cherry, plum, apricot and chokecherry, in North America, producing rough black growths that encircle and kill infested branches while also providing habitat for insects.

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Identification
Distinguishing Appearance
Rough, black growths that encircle and kill the infested parts of the branch 1
Scientific Name
Apiosporina morbosa 1
Sources
1. Wikipedia: Dibotryon morbosum
  • Introduction
    Dibotryon morbosum or Apiosporina morbosa is a plant pathogen, which is the causal agent of black knot.
  • Symptoms description
    rough, black growths that encircle and kill the infested parts
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