Gerronema
Scientific name: Gerronema
Gerronema
Scientific name: Gerronema
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Description
Gerronema belongs to a group of fungi known for their delicate, often brightly-colored fruiting bodies. They typically grow on decaying wood in forested areas. These small, often overlooked fungi play a vital role in breaking down tough plant materials, contributing to nutrient cycling in their ecosystems.
Species of Gerronema
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Marasmiaceae Genus
Gerronema