Examples of SOLEMN. 1  He spoke in a solemn and thoughtful manner. 2  He wore a very solemn expression on his face. 3  He recited the poem in a solemn voice. 4  A solemn crowd gathered around the grave.
Rust on hollyhocks is caused by the fungal pathogen Puccinia malvacearum and impacts hollyhock leaves and stems. This fungus first appears on leaves as yellow, circular spots about 1/8 inch wide. These yellow spots enlarge and swellings develop on leaf undersides.
Unseen stresses, such as diseases, may spread through plants before yellow leaves indicate their presence. Primary, hibiscus fungal diseases are caused by Cladosporium, Cercospora and Phyllosticta species, according to the University of Florida IFAS Extension.