Algae, lichens and moss often form green or grey, powdery or mossy, crusty growths on the stems, branches and trunks of trees and shrubs. While this can worry gardeners, these growths are harmless, although may occasionally indicate a lack of vigour in the affected plant.
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Managing Pests in Gardens: Environmental Factors: Lichens, Mosses and Algae—UC IPM
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