Erythricium
Scientific name: Erythricium
Erythricium
Scientific name: Erythricium
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Description
Erythricium is a group of fungi known for forming thin, pinkish-red crusts on dead wood. They play a crucial role in decomposition, breaking down lignin and cellulose in fallen branches and logs. Some species in this group have been found to produce unique compounds with potential medicinal properties. Erythricium can be observed in various forest ecosystems worldwide, contributing to nutrient cycling in these habitats.
Species of Erythricium
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Corticiales Family
Corticioid fungi Genus
Erythricium