Shelf fungus or mushrooms growing on a trunk or at the base of a tree can signal decay inside the wood.
Across North Florida, Ganoderma is one of the most common causes. It forms reddish brown or white shelf-shaped growths on oaks, palms, and other trees, and slowly breaks down the lower trunk and major roots. An affected tree can look green and full on top while its foundation weakens underneath. Oaks stressed by storms, root damage, or nearby construction are especially worth watching.
Not every fungus means a tree must be removed. When decay is limited, weight reduction or careful trimming can ease the load on a weakened trunk. When decay is advanced, a planned removal is far safer than waiting for a failure near a home, fence, or driveway.
Kari's Tree Service is locally owned, licensed and insured, and provides tree trimming, weight reduction, and removal throughout Lake City and North Florida.
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An authentic close-up of shelf fungus or conks growing at the base of a trunk on a real North Florida job, ideally paired with a wider shot of the full tree for scale. Real job photos strongly preferred over stock.
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