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Tōtara leaf spot

Tōtara leaf spot

The parasitic smut fungus Corynelia tropica is responsible for leaf spot on tōtara trees. It is widespread throughout New Zealand and can kill seedling trees.

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How to cite this page: Peter Buchanan. 'Fungi', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 1-Mar-09
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/fungi/5/3

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