snow fungus in Florida
MODERATEFungus
snow fungus is currently active in Florida. Watch your susceptible trees closely and act early.
About snow fungus
two growing about 1 m apart on fallen, dead hardwood in floodplain swamp of Withlacoochee River; jelly like mass of delicate broad leafy lobes (resembling branched antlers), shiny, translucent, gummy, silvery white, turning yellowish at point of attachment (right specimen in photo is upside down to show "base")
Symptoms to watch for
Treatment options
Fungicide Application
Apply systemic or contact fungicide at the first sign of infection. Repeat applications may be needed during wet weather. Follow label rates and timing.
Sanitation and Pruning
Remove and destroy all infected leaves, branches, and fallen debris. Improve air circulation by thinning dense canopy growth. Sterilize pruning tools.
Soil and Moisture Management
Ensure proper drainage, avoid overwatering, and apply mulch to reduce soil splash. Many fungal pathogens thrive in persistently wet conditions.
Recommended Products & Tools
Helpful supplies for managing snow fungus. Always read and follow label directions, and confirm a diagnosis before treating.
Broad-spectrum protectant for many fungal leaf and bark diseases.
Preventive spray for needle cast, leaf spots, and blights.
Sharp, clean cuts to remove affected wood — a tree-care essential.
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Is snow fungus in Florida?
snow fungus is currently active in Florida. Watch your susceptible trees closely and act early. It was first recorded here on July 5, 2026.
What does snow fungus look like?
How do I treat snow fungus?
Options include: Fungicide Application, Sanitation and Pruning, Soil and Moisture Management. Confirm the diagnosis before treating, and consider a certified arborist for high-value trees.