Coniophora Growth
Fungal growth
3 host plants
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Coniophora causes brown rot and staining in wood of infected trees. You see discolored wood with reduced vigor and potential decline. The fungus favors moist conditions and weak or stressed trees. Proper drainage and tree health maintenance prevent this disease.
None needed since it is not associated with damage. References Viitanen, H. Remove infected material promptly and improve growing conditions to limit pathogen spread. Good sanitation, adequate spacing, and proper irrigation practices reduce disease pressure over time.
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Management
Year-round in wet conditions; peak in fall/winter when wood moisture highest.
High wood moisture and humidity (>25% moisture); cool conditions favor growth on wood.
Cultural Controls
- None needed since it is not associated with damage.
- References Viitanen, H. and Paajanen, L. 1988.
- The critical moisture and temperature conditions for the growth of some mould fungi and the brown rot fungus Coniophora puteana on wood.
- In 19th Annual Meeting of IRG.