Serpula Lacrymans: Fundamental Biology and Control Strategies

by D.H. Jennings (Editor), A.F. Bravery (Editor)

Draws together present knowledge about the fungus serpula lacrymans , which causes dry rot in buildings by attacking timber. Emphasis is placed on the behavior of the fungus in buildings since it appears to be occupying a specialized ecological niche. Provides information on practical matters such as detection of the fungus in a building, eradication and prevention, and also provides information about a fungus of great intrinsic scientific interest.

228 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1991