Question: Dear Kind Botanist, I was wondering if you could please help me identify this shrub? I realize your specialty is …
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Dear Kind Botanist, I was wondering if you could please help me identify this shrub? I realize your specialty is New England plants but I’m unable to find another reputable online source….this shrub is located near Parry Sound Ontario on an island on the Canadian Shield (granite). It’s located under some old pine trees. In a large patch. Woody stems. The “flower” is somewhat hard. Thank you very much!
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Dear mkmcd, good afternoon. While I can't tell you with 100% certainty, this may be what is called Azalea Leaf and Flower Gall caused by the fungus Exobasidium vacinii. It is frequent on black huckleberry (Gaylusaccia baccata), but I don't believe it is restricted to that species. I hope this helps get you started on your study.
