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| DESCRIPTION:        The commonest erineum gall on Birch is usually seen as a yellowish bulge on the upperside of the leaf. Below is found the white to yellowish mite-induced erineum that is unevenly spread and with a granular texture. The erineum turns brown with age.  DISTRIBUTION: The galled leaves are best found in  June and July. HABITAT: Found on the leaves of various birches. |