Paranectria
Scientific name: Paranectria
Paranectria
Scientific name: Paranectria
Description
Paranectria is a group of fungi known for their parasitic lifestyle. They primarily target lichens, growing on and obtaining nutrients from their hosts. These fungi form small, brightly colored structures on the lichen surface. Some species of paranectria can cause visible damage to their host lichens, altering their appearance and potentially impacting their growth.