A rare basidiomycete fungal species belonging to the Sebacinales order, characterized by its unique morphological features and limited geographical distribution.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Primarily found in boreal and temperate forest ecosystems, typically growing on decaying woody substrates such as fallen logs and dead tree branches in humid, shaded environments.
Ecological Role
Functions as a critical wood-decay decomposer, facilitating nutrient recycling in forest ecosystems and contributing to organic matter breakdown.
Morphology
- SPORES Hyaline, smooth, ellipsoidal to ovoid, measuring approximately 5-7 μm in length
- MYCELIUM Thin, branching, predominantly white to pale cream-colored
- CAP PILEUS Typically small, gelatinous, with irregular shape and translucent to pale orange-brown coloration
- STEM STIPE Absent or rudimentary, often integrated with substrate
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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