tree distress

dc3 · 6th July 2009, 02:48 AM

Good morning. I am a tree owner who takes care of his trees, though I no longer climb them (I'm too old). I have a beautiful shade tree along the side of my house (Kennett Square, PA / SE Penna., USA) and it has developed a concern. Local people unable to help. I was told that the tree is an American elm. It is quite tall. About 4' up, it has developed a wound that oozes liquid under a reddish/rust colored scab. When I gently push on the scab, you can see liquid. Seems to be a clear liquid. I have been unable to find someone who knows what it is or even if it is something to be concerned about.

Any help/suggestions would be gr8ly appreciated.

Thanx

Eric Frei · 7th July 2009, 12:16 AM

frothy flux or slime flux.

http://www.treeworld.info/f2/got-frothy-flux-2207.html

6th July 2009, 02:48 AM	#1
dc3 I'm new here so be nice Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Kennett Square, PA Posts: 1	tree distress Good morning. I am a tree owner who takes care of his trees, though I no longer climb them (I'm too old). I have a beautiful shade tree along the side of my house (Kennett Square, PA / SE Penna., USA) and it has developed a concern. Local people unable to help. I was told that the tree is an American elm. It is quite tall. About 4' up, it has developed a wound that oozes liquid under a reddish/rust colored scab. When I gently push on the scab, you can see liquid. Seems to be a clear liquid. I have been unable to find someone who knows what it is or even if it is something to be concerned about. Any help/suggestions would be gr8ly appreciated. Thanx Attached Thumbnails Last edited by Jeff Darby; 6th July 2009 at 09:43 PM. Reason: embeded pictures

7th July 2009, 12:16 AM	#2
Eric Frei Admin - Razor sharp and independent 2 X Diploma Level 5 qualified arborist Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,816	Re: tree distress frothy flux or slime flux. http://www.treeworld.info/f2/got-frothy-flux-2207.html __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

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