
Cristinia
Scientific name: Cristinia
Cristinia
Scientific name: Cristinia

Description

Cristinia is a group of crust fungi that form thin, resupinate fruiting bodies on dead wood. They are known for their distinctive microscopic features, including crystal-like structures on their hyphae. These fungi play a role in wood decay processes in forest ecosystems. Some species within this group have been found to produce bioactive compounds with potential medicinal applications.

Species of Cristinia


Scientific Classification

Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Russulales Family
Stephanosporaceae Genus
Cristinia