
Alpova
Scientific name: Alpova
Alpova
Scientific name: Alpova

Description

Alpova are small, underground fungi that form symbiotic relationships with certain trees. They produce small, potato-like fruiting bodies that are often brown or black. These fungi play a crucial role in forest ecosystems by enhancing nutrient uptake for their tree partners. Some species of alpova have a distinctive, pungent odor when mature.

Species of Alpova


Scientific Classification

Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Boletes and allies Family
Paxillaceae Genus
Alpova