Family Dacrymycetaceae (Noun)
Meaning
A family of basidiomycetous fungi belonging to the order Tremellales having a bifurcate basidium that lacks septa.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Family Dacrymycetaceae consists of a variety of species commonly referred to as jelly fungi due to their unique, gelatinous appearance.
- Some researchers believe the unique basidial morphology found in the Family Dacrymycetaceae can provide clues about the evolutionary relationships among other basidiomycetous fungi.
- The Family Dacrymycetaceae is generally found to be a cosmopolitan group, although specific species distributions can vary widely.
- Family Dacrymycetaceae are generally known for being saprotrophic organisms that feed on dead plant material and obtain nutrients from it.
- Further research into the molecular and genetic properties of Family Dacrymycetaceae species can reveal additional information about the broader evolution of the order Tremellales.