Ganoderma Butt Rot

Ganoderma Butt Rot is a fungal disease affecting palm trees, primarily caused by the fungus Ganoderma zonatum. It typically enters through wounds in the lower trunk or root area, causing internal decay and weakening the structural integrity of the palm, often leading to tree death. Early symptoms include wilting fronds and the growth of shelf-like fungal structures at the base of the trunk