White rot

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-030408",
  "term": "White rot",
  "field": "Environment",
  "term_source": "White Rot",
  "definition": "White to tan decayed wood, caused by fungi decomposing both lignin and cellulose; may occur in areas surrounded by sound wood. Decayed wood is often fibrous or spongy in texture, and may contain distinctive pockets. In advanced stage, may create a large hollow in a tree.",
  "subject": "Biological substances",
  "references": [
    "USDA Forest Service Field Guide to Insects and Diseases of Arizona and New Mexico Forests Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/white-rot/"
}