mold on tree base

Question

have mold on base of red maple. See photo (sent a different one earlier, see that message too for details). How do I get rid of the mold? Thank you.

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Answer 1

Lichens and mushroom fungus are not generally harmful to trees or plants.

Here is a few links for you.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/fungus-lichen/