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what is the black stuff on the leaves and trunk of my camellia

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Possibly sooty mould - this forms when the plant is infested, usually with scale insect - check the backs of the leaves for insects and the trunk.

2 May, 2012

You're in good company - last time I visited, at least half the camellias at Kew Gardens were affected by this

2 May, 2012

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