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Understanding "Bar Rot" and Similar Conditions

The following information summarizes mentions of "Bar Rot," finger and nail conditions, and related plant information found in the provided text. It is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or professional advice.

Considerations for Pets

• While not explicitly stated, the text mentions "Cnidoscolus urens var. stimulosus" also known as "Finger rot" which possesses small hairs that sting when touched.

Considerations for Children

• The text mentions "Cnidoscolus urens var. stimulosus" also known as "Finger rot" which possesses small hairs that sting when touched.
• A story is referenced about a teenage girl who lost the top of her finger after using nail glue.

Scientific Name and Common Names

• The text refers to the condition commonly known as "Bar Rot," especially among bartenders and others who frequently handle citrus.
• Additionally, the plant Cnidoscolus urens var. stimulosus is mentioned, with the common name "Finger rot" or "Tread Softly".

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

• Cnidoscolus urens var. stimulosus (Finger rot)
• Family: Euphorbiaceae (Spurge Family)
• Synonym: Cnidoscolus urens ( L.) Arthur var. stimulosus (Michx.) Govaerts

Distribution and Habitat

• The text mentions Finger rot (Cnidoscolus urens var. stimulosus) in the context of W.D. Bransford and Dolphia Govaerts.
• A public footpath from Sefton Village to Netherton, Merseyside, UK is mentioned in relation to an image.

Morphological Characteristics

• Finger Rot (Cnidoscolus urens var. stimulosus) is described as growing up to five feet tall.
• It has small white flowers.
• It is covered in small hairs that cause a sting when touched.

Interactions with Other Organisms

• The text mentions that Burkholderia cenocepacia can be the causal agent of banana finger-tip rot.
• The text mentions crown rot symptoms attributed to a fungal complex including C. musae

Related Conditions and Treatments (Bar Rot Focus)

• "Bar rot" is described as a painful irritation around the fingers and nails, often caused by handling citrus.
• Symptoms can include cracks in the skin of the fingers.
• Nail fungus infections are mentioned as a related, but distinct, condition.
• White vinegar soak is mentioned as a possible remedy for nail fungus.
• Terrasil is mentioned as an anti-fungal bar rot treatment.

Ecological Role

• Banana finger-tip rot disease, caused by Burkholderia cenocepacia, is mentioned as a postharvest problem in commercial banana fields in Pingtung County, Taiwan.

Resources and Further Information

• Dave's Garden is referenced as a community sharing gardening tips and ideas.
• ResearchGate is mentioned as a professional network for scientists with publications on foot rot of finger millet.