PUBLICATION SP660

Lichens and Vines on Trees

Publish Date: November 02 2009 |  Language: English

DOI: doi.org/10.7290/UTIAPub/SP660

View PDF

If you have questions about this resource, contact your county Extension office.

Summary

Lichens, autotrophic, symbiotic organisms composed of green algae and fungal tissue, are believed to be responsible for branch dieback and plant death. They absorb nutrients from rainfall and thrive in harsh conditions.