Arachnion
Scientific name: Arachnion
Arachnion
Scientific name: Arachnion
Description
Arachnion is a fascinating group of fungi known for their small, drab puffball-like fruiting bodies. A distinctive feature of these fungi is their characteristic gleba, which resembles a mass of grainy, sand-like particles. Arachnion species are widely distributed, with occurrences in Australia, North and South America, South Africa, Europe, and Japan. These fungi typically grow on soil or decaying organic matter, playing a crucial role in nutrient cycling and decomposition within their ecosystems.
Species of Arachnion
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Agaricaceae Genus
Arachnion