Hypoxylon canker is known for affecting trees, especially hardwoods, by forming lesions — a type of fungal disease. It thrives in stressed or weak trees often following drought or injury. This fungus initially appears as a smooth, gray area which eventually cracks open to reveal a blackish layer underneath, indicative of its presence.
Odor:
Slightly earthy, generally indistinct.
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Similar Species
Tips for Finding
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Common Questions
General Info About Hypoxylon canker
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Attributes of Hypoxylon canker
Cap
Near a meter (spreading) across; bluish gray to purplish gray, or nearly white, covered with tiny black dots
Flesh
Very tough; black
Odor
Slightly earthy, generally indistinct.
Body Color
Black
Gray
White
Blue
Purple
Growth Form
Scattered
Nutrient Gathering
Saprophytic, Parasitic
Substrate
Dead Woods
You can find Hypoxylon canker by these plants:
European beech, Oaks
Occurence Habitats
Deciduous Woodland
Species Status
Probably widely distributed east of the Rocky Mountains
Endangered Species
No
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Habitat of Hypoxylon canker
Hypoxylon canker tends to be saprobic, predominantly found on deadwood, especially from oaks and other hardwood trees.
