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Silverleaf Fungus

Chondrostereum purpureum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Fungi ›Phylum: Basidiomycota ›Class: Agaricomycetes ›Order: Agaricales ›Family: Cyphellaceae ›Genus: Chondrostereum

About

Silver leaf is a fungal disease of trees caused by the fungus plant pathogen Chondrostereum purpureum. It attacks most species of the rose family Rosaceae, particularly the genus Prunus. The disease is progressive and often fatal. The common name is taken from the progressive silvering of leaves on affected branches. It is spread by airborne spores landing on freshly exposed sapwood. For this reason cherries and plums are pruned in summer, when spores are least likely...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Silverleaf Fungus?
The scientific name of Silverleaf Fungus is Chondrostereum purpureum.
What kingdom does Silverleaf Fungus belong to?
Silverleaf Fungus belongs to the kingdom Fungi.
What phylum does Silverleaf Fungus belong to?
Silverleaf Fungus belongs to the phylum Basidiomycota.
What class does Silverleaf Fungus belong to?
Silverleaf Fungus belongs to the class Agaricomycetes.
What order does Silverleaf Fungus belong to?
Silverleaf Fungus belongs to the order Agaricales.
What family does Silverleaf Fungus belong to?
Silverleaf Fungus belongs to the family Cyphellaceae.
What genus does Silverleaf Fungus belong to?
Silverleaf Fungus belongs to the genus Chondrostereum.