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title: "At the base of my avocado tree, there are white spots on the stem. I…"
description: "At the base of my avocado tree, there are white spots on the stem. I was wondering if this is normal."
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community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Plant Grower"
published: "2024-09-12T22:07:29.752495Z"
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# At the base of my avocado tree, there are white spots on the stem. I…

_Posted by Plant Grower on 2024-09-12_

At the base of my avocado tree, there are white spots on the stem. I was wondering if this is normal.

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## 4 comments

### Heather commented on 2024-09-12

Can it be wiped away? I’m wondering if it might be a little mold. I’m growing one too so definitely want to follow this for people’s input!

#### Plant Grower replied on 2024-09-12

I tried scrubbing it with a wet wipe, and it didn’t come off.

### Sushi commented on 2024-09-13

It might be little roots forming

#### Plant Grower replied on 2024-09-13

Okay 👍🏻

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