The decay pattern of Phellinus tremulae (Bond.) Bond,et Borisov in Populus tremula L. |
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| Authors: | Camilla Wikstkm T Unestam |
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| Institution: | Camilla Wikstköm,T. Unestam |
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| Abstract: | The distribution of Phellinus tremulae in stems of Populus tremula was studied visually, macroscopically as well as microscopically, and by means of isolation of the fungus in pure culture. Evidence suggests that P. tremulae occurs alone in most of the tree. Microorganisms associated with P. tremulae in the wood are suggested to be independent invaders or secondary invaders. A dark reaction zone was formed in certain parts of the wood and consisted microscopically of melanized hyphes and brown material in the ray cells. An inner wood, formed as a result of the death of nearby brandies, is apparently the main part infected by P. tremulae, and its outer border may basically limit the spread of the fungus in the trunk. The formation of “heartwood” in aspen is discussed, and a suggested outline shown for the infection and decay processes caused by the fungus. |
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