Gardens fungus threat

15 March 2016 - 02:44
By Bobby Jordan

Scientists are puzzled by a "mystery" fungus that is attacking a cluster of iconic camphor trees at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens - first planted at the request of Cecil John Rhodes in the 19th century.Kirstenbosch confirmed yesterday they were still clueless as to what might be threatening their famous trees, a key attraction at the gardens.

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