Leaf spot of plums and prune-type plums is caused by the fungus Coccomyces prunophorae. The fungus, its life cycle, and the disease it causes are very similar to those of cherry leaf spot. On plum lea

By KateGierok, eHow Contributor Plum trees, otherwise known as Prunus salicina, produce sweet plums, and can reach a height of 35 feet. This tree does best when planted in a location that with dire

Silver leaf is caused by the fungus Chondrostereum purpureum which enters trees through wounds - often caused by bad pruning. The fungus grows within the tree producing toxins in the sap. These pa