
Oysterlings
Scientific name: Panellus
Oysterlings
Scientific name: Panellus


Description

Oysterlings is a fascinating group known for their unique ability to grow on decaying wood. Some members of this group can even produce a soft, bluish-green light in the dark, a phenomenon known as bioluminescence. They often have small, fan-shaped fruiting bodies with a gelatinous texture that can make them appear translucent when wet. These organisms play an essential role in breaking down wood, contributing to nutrient recycling in forest ecosystems.

Species of Oysterlings


Scientific Classification

Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Gilled fungi Family
Bonnet mushrooms Genus
Oysterlings