Overview. Degenerative muscle diseases cause progressive damage and loss of muscle cells with associated weakness. There are many types of degenerative muscle diseases, and they act in different ways to cause loss of functional muscle mass.egenerative muscle diseases that affect the muscles of the mouth and throat typically cause speech, chewing and swallowing difficulties. The Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America notes that these symptoms are common with myasthenia gravis.
Cut off any leaves on the stem from the bottom 2 inches with pruning shears. Place the stem cutting in a glass and add water to about 2 inches deep. Place the glass in an area with filtered light to allow the cutting to grow roots. Add water as necessary to maintain the 2-inch level in the glass.Cuttings are ready to plant when they have several roots that are about 3/4 inch long.nsert a trowel into the soil around the drip line of the salvia plant. Dig straight down into the soil. Continue digging around the entire plant in a circle to severe any roots from the root ball.
Ochroma pyramidale is the scientific name for the balsa tree. This evergreen tree grows naturally in warm, humid areas within Central and South America. Balsa trees require tropical climates with high levels of humidity. These trees can reach a mature height of 60 to 90 feet within 10 years.n nature, balsa trees normally grow on high areas of ground between bodies of water. Use a shovel to loosen the soil in your selected site to a depth of about 12 to 18 inches. Dig a hole in your loosened soil. Make the depth of your hole equal to the depth of the biodegradable pot.