Identification: Orange/red colouring on live tree bark

Discussion in 'Fungi, Lichens and Slime Molds' started by triggshod, Apr 20, 2007.

  1. triggshod

    triggshod Member

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    I write from Hertfordshire, England.
    Over many years we have observed an orange/red "dusting" on various trees in our garden. It occurs particularly on two oaks and a willow. Never on silver birch of which we have many. It is there all year round and appears from ground level upwards for about 3/4 yards and is only on one quarter of the trunk which faces south west.
    Any ideas?
    Peter Hodge
     
  2. Michael F

    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Some sort of algae or lichen.

    Can you post a photo?
     
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    Maybe several weeks but when I get an image I will post it.
     

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