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Adkins Mystery Monday: What Grows on a Oak Tree

January 11, 2021 by Adkins Arboretum

Happy Mystery Monday! We found this growing on the branch of an oak tree. What is it?

Last week, we highlighted the black cherry tree, Prunus serotina. Cherries are known for their prominent lenticels, which look like little dashes on the bark. Black cherries are important wildlife trees, providing food and shelter for many insects and birds.

Prunus serotina

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Letters to Editor

carole says

January 11, 2021 at 4:06 PM

fungus (tree ears)?
Janice Dickson says

January 11, 2021 at 4:07 PM

Praying mantis egg sac?

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