Pholiota concern?

[Ross]

Hello, has anybody had much experience with Pholiota squarrosa particularly with regards to wood decay? I know it is common but very little appears to be known about it, can it be significant from a tree safety / stability perspective? Cheers in advance. Ross

[Bundle 2]

Significant white rot decay fungus affecting stem base and roots...affects broadleaf mostly but conifer also....sorry to be so brief. no time atm....Suggest look it up

" Manual of Wood Decays in Trees " ( Weber & Mattheck ) isbn0900978 35 x

[Marcus B-T]

Although there are various reports of tree failures with this fungus present, they are so rare that it is unlikley that you could ever prove that there is a causal link between the apperance of the fungus and a tree failing. Also it is often present on trees affected by other decay organisms, also it is a composter so may be purely saprophytic and not pathogenic in the slightest. Having said that it may be regarded as an indicator of the activity of other fungal organisms, i.e. time to have a good look at the tree but not necessarily time to worry about the tree. Also I have noted that it is a god year for seeing them and often you will see them at heights over 2 meters. Forget that bit about it being just roots or basal.