Acer Tar-spot is a common Ascomycota fungus found on the leaves of Sycamore trees. They are more prominent in late summer before leaves start to fall

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Acer Tar-spot is a common Ascomycota fungus found on the leaves of Sycamore trees. They are more prominent in late summer before leaves start to turn and drop.

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