Despite the common names ringworm and dermatophyte, the disease is caused by a fungus, not a worm or plant. Trichophyton, Microsporum, and Epidermophyton are the most common genera that cause ringworm in humans. These organisms feed on keratin, the major structural component of hair, skin and nails.
Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra'. Naturally broad, pyramidal evergreen shrub displays deep green, scalelike needles arranged in flat sprays. New light green needles emerge in spring, deepening in color as they mature. Deep green color adds contrast to winter landscape.
Made for the shade, florists' cineraria adds intense color to dark corners of the garden. Cineraria grows to 2 feet high and wide with daisies ranging in color from white through pink and purplish red to blue and purple. Plants need partial or full shade along with regular water and loose, rich soil. Discard after bloom, even where perennial.