Bartheletiaceae
Scientific name: Bartheletiaceae
Bartheletiaceae
Scientific name: Bartheletiaceae
Description
Bartheletiaceae is a rare and unique family of fungi associated with living ginkgo trees. It contains only one known species, which forms a symbiotic relationship with ginkgo leaves. The fungus produces spores that germinate on fallen ginkgo leaves, creating a threadlike structure that grows into the leaf tissue. This unusual lifestyle makes bartheletiaceae an intriguing subject for researchers studying fungal evolution and plant-fungus interactions.