Gymnosporangium
Scientific name: Gymnosporangium
Gymnosporangium
Scientific name: Gymnosporangium
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Description
Gymnosporangium is a group of fungi known for their fascinating life cycle, alternating between two different host plants, often including junipers and apple trees. This group is particularly notable for creating striking, orange, horn-like structures on juniper hosts during wet conditions, a feature that aids in their spore dispersal. Certain species cause cedar-apple rust, which can impact apple crops. Their unique host-switching life cycle and vivid appearance during certain stages make them a subject of interest in mycology.
Species of Gymnosporangium
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