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Coral spot
A species of Nectria Scientific name : Nectria cinnabarina Genus : Nectria
Coral spot, A species of Nectria
Scientific name: Nectria cinnabarina
Genus: Nectria
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Coral spot(Nectria cinnabarina) is a mild pathogen of various broadleaf species that causes cankers, or spots of dead tissue, on its host. While it does not actively encourage rot, its presence may weaken the host's resistance to other, decay-causing pathogens. This species' bright fruiting spores tend to contrast with the subdued tones of the host's bark, accounting for its common name.
Colors
Brown
Red
Habitat
The coral spot is a pathogen fungus that attacks weakened broadleaf deciduous trees and woody plants, including maple and elm. It grows on trunks, fallen branches, and twigs.
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General Info
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Habitat
The coral spot is a pathogen fungus that attacks weakened broadleaf deciduous trees and woody plants, including maple and elm. It grows on trunks, fallen branches, and twigs.
Growth Form
Saprobic
Sporocarp Height
0.13 inches
Cap Diameter
0.13 inches
Endangered Species
No
Habit
Parasitic
Substrate
On wood
Smell
Not distinctive
Spore Print
White
Species Status
Common
Distribution Area
North America,Europe,North Africa,Central America,Asia;introduced in Australia,New Zealand
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Scientific Classification
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Phylum
Sac fungi Class
Sordariomycetes Order
Hypocreales Family
Nectriaceae Genus
Nectria Species
Coral spot