Thyroscyphidae
Thyroscyphidae is a family of marine fungi in the order Helotiales. It is a relatively small family, containing only a few described species. Thyroscyphidae are characterized by their distinctive cup-shaped fruiting bodies, which are typically yellow to orange in color. They are often found growing on submerged wood or other organic matter in marine environments.
Common Names
There are no commonly used common names for members of the Thyroscyphidae family.
Characteristics
Members of the Thyroscyphidae family share the following characteristics:
- Cup-shaped fruiting bodies (ascocarps)
- Yellow to orange coloration
- Asci (spore-producing sacs) are cylindrical to clavate (club-shaped)
- Ascospores (spores) are hyaline (transparent) and smooth
- Growth on submerged wood or other organic matter
Environments
Thyroscyphidae fungi are primarily found in marine environments, particularly on submerged wood and other organic matter. They are often associated with intertidal and subtidal zones.