Wood-Decay Fungi
By woodlandstv
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Veteran tree expert and enthusiast, Jim Mullholland, walks through the 19th century Torthworth Arboretum describing some of the examples of wood-decay fungi he finds there, including `Chicken of the Woods` (Laetiporus sulphureus) and `Beefsteak Fungus` (Fistulina hepatica). Jim explains how a wood-decay fungus is classified in various different ways depending on the type of decay it causes - such as the crumbly, cubicle brown rot or the more spongy white rot that breaks down the lignin in the wood. He tells us how a fungus does not necessarily lead to the destruction of the tree; that fruiting bodies of certain fungi can be extremely useful for wildlife; and recommends a limit to the size and number of wounds on a tree so that it is less likely for decay to set in. http://tortwortharboretum.org ; http://www.ancienttreeforum.co.uk/ . An Adliberate film http://www.adliberate.co.uk for WoodlandsTV http://www.woodlands.co.uk/tv
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Where can I find more of Jims work? hes fascinating to listen to. Only problem I have is someone who looks so young being a 'veteran' lol, not denying his expertise, just feeling my age!
This might be his channel, but I doubt it's what you're hoping for: channel/UCcxgmE0Z3NAW3n1yzTPohpA/videos
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Thanks! I found some more about him here.. http://www.ancienttreeforum.co.uk/ and here.. http://www.eco-arb.co.uk/services.html and here.. https://tortwortharboretum.org/ Interesting chap! Would love to have him walk through the woods with me. Cant see the wood for the trees? This guy cant see the trees for the fungus and bats! Awesome!
A fun guy talking about fungi. Excellent video.
Tam McD pp
A fun guy in what respect?
Very informational more of these please 🙂
Excellent, It is so encouraging to see the young know about these important things. I was appalled to see beautiful old trees have their limbs torn off with chains on a National Trust property to encourage fungi to grow. They obviously need to grow naturally along with the tree. Ignorance only 15 years ago.
Hi, We have a huge beech near our house. Unfortunately it has bracket fungus (two small ledges). Is there anything we can do to save this beautiful tree? If not, when will we have to cut it down to protect the house? Any advice you (or other viewers) can provide would be appreciated. I enjoyed the explanation you provided in your video which I hadn’t heard before. Thanks, Simon K
Great video, really informative and well delivered. Keep them coming.
Happy Faffy
September 17, 2018