Puccinia circaeae

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    Description

    The rust fungus Puccinia circaeae galls the leaves of Enchanter's-nightshade. The stems and lower surfaces of leaves have raised areas, only telia present.

    Identification difficulty
    Habitat

    Wherever Enchanter's-nightshade occurs.

    When to see it

    When Enchanter's-nightshade is in leaf.

    UK Status

    Widespread in Britain.

    VC55 Status

    Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.

    • Annie Smith
      Charnwood Lodge NNR
      12 September 2019
      gall on Enchanter's-nightshade
    • Annie Smith
      Charnwood Lodge NNR
      12 September 2019
      gall on Enchanter's-nightshade
    • Annie Smith
      Charnwood Lodge NNR
      12 September 2019
      gall on Enchanter's-nightshade

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