Mayapple rust is a type of fungus that primarily affects the Mayapple plant, causing bright orange or yellowish spots on the underside of leaves. These spots are actually spores that help the fungus reproduce and spread. Typically found in moist, shaded areas, mayapple rust is an example of a rust fungus, which generally requires living plants to complete its lifecycle.
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