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Fungus or insect eggs? #922461

Asked November 27, 2025, 2:36 PM EST

What is this yellow stuff at the base of our crape Myrtle?

Yamhill County Oregon

Expert Response

Hello,
The photo you sent is of a slime mold. These are not harmful and will go away on their own. Slime molds are formed from many individual cells which can come together as a group as you have seen. They feed on organic matter and/or microorganisms. Nice find!

https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/slime-molds/

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An Ask Extension Expert Replied December 01, 2025, 5:12 PM EST

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