Crape Myrtle Bark Bumps and Ooze: Need Photo for Diagnosis

Possible Causes

• Borer insects—entry holes with sap flow.
• Slime flux (bacterial wetwood)—fermenting smell, attracts insects.
• Physical injury with sap response.

Next Step

Send clear close-up photos of bumps and ooze. Include whole-tree shot. Review focus on computer before sending.

Why Photos Matter

Crape myrtle bark naturally exfoliates. Ooze characteristics (color, smell, insect activity) distinguish causes.