Jurassic-era blue-stain fungi fossils found in China push their origin back 80 million years. These fungi pierced wood using ...

A fabric valance and woven shade window treatment is an alternative to bathroom curtains. But it may cause mold, as the ...

If you suspect that your sycamore or other tree might have anthracnose, take pictures of some disfigured leaves and branches ...

Lawyers for a Chinese scientist charged with conspiring to nurse a toxic fungus at a University of Michigan lab already are in talks to try to resolve the case, according to a court document filed ...

Shaded patios in particular are susceptible to gunk and algae or moss growth, which can make their surfaces slippery and ...

Water damage can devastate your urban property, from sudden floods to hidden leaks. You need effective strategies to ...

Typically, mold is not harmful, but exposure to high levels can cause symptoms that mimic a common cold. Mold can also trigger allergies or asthma symptoms in some people. Molds are microscopic ...

Bamboo mushrooms are tropical fungi known for their lace-like skirt, ecological role in decomposition, and unique ...

Agriculture officials in Marin County are alerting property owners and arborists to be on the lookout for a tiny invasive ...

Imagine a lush forest with tree-ferns, their trunks capped by ribbon-like fronds. Conifers tower overhead, bearing triangular ...

The discovery of Mediterranean oak borers in Novato has prompted an alert by the county agriculture department.