Uropyxidaceae
Scientific name: Uropyxidaceae
Uropyxidaceae
Scientific name: Uropyxidaceae
Description
Uropyxidaceae is a family of rust fungi that primarily infects legumes and other plants. These parasitic organisms form distinctive spore structures on their host plants. Some species in this group can cause significant damage to crops. Uropyxidaceae members are known for their complex life cycles, often involving multiple spore stages and sometimes requiring two different host plants to complete their lifecycle.