Pirottaea
Scientific name: Pirottaea
Pirottaea
Scientific name: Pirottaea
Description
Pirottaea is a group of small, cup-shaped fungi found on decaying plant material. They often appear as tiny, dark discs on dead stems or leaves. Some species in this group have specialized hairs around the cup's edge, giving them a fringed appearance. Pirottaea plays a role in decomposition processes in various ecosystems, contributing to nutrient cycling.