Evolution of Fungi and Fungal-Like Organisms

fungi  Characteristics of Fungi · 1: Multicellular fungi form hyphae, which may be septate or nonseptate · 2: Histoplasma capsulatum is a Watch our fungi safari in the Himalayas: PLANET FUNGI: NORTH-EAST INDIA https:www

These hyphae grow in length, not width, as the organism derives energy from its surroundings Depending on conditions, the fungi may develop The hyphae of most fungi are composed of individual cells that are connected end-to-end in a long, branching thread Depending on the species, the hyphae

Fungi are the ultimate recyclers in nature, breaking down complex organic matter and returning vital nutrients to the soil By secreting All fungi need existing organic matter for their food A fungus that feeds on dead organic matter is called a saprotroph and one that feeds on