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Nov 22, 2017 9:03 AM CST

Los Angeles, CA

Know little to nothing about plants so was wondering why this plant (outdoors) is losing leaves which are drying out and turning white. See picture.

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Philipwonel

Nov 22, 2017 10:54 AM CST

Name: Philip Becker
Fresno California (Zone 8a)

Is it an evergreen ???
White could be mildew or mites .
Is it getting enough water ?
Pic of whole plant would be helpfull.
Close up of a leaf, also.
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petertran92

Nov 22, 2017 4:05 PM CST

Los Angeles, CA

Philip,

Thanks for getting back to me. I have no idea what kind of tree it is but here are some more pictures anyway.

Thanks again,
Peter

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DaisyI

Nov 22, 2017 7:14 PM CST

Name: Daisy I
Reno, Nv (Zone 6b)
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I think its going dormant. How long have you owned this tree? How big are the leaves? It reminds me of a Saucer or Star Magnolia.

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Philipwonel

Nov 23, 2017 7:31 AM CST

Name: Philip Becker
Fresno California (Zone 8a)

Yep ! Going dormant . Vote # 2.
Great job , with that second set of pictures Peter.

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petertran92

Nov 23, 2017 9:37 AM CST

Los Angeles, CA

Thank you both for taking the time to answer. We just moved into the house a few months ago so I don't know how old the plant is or what to expect from it. It's amazing how clueless I am, so very much appreciated. Happy Thanksgiving