The following points highlight the four types of spore formation in lower fungi. The types are: 1. Sporangiospores 2. Conidia 3. Chlamydospores 4. Oidia. Type # 1. Sporangiospores: These are asexual spores produced endogenously in special sac-like asexual reproductive organs called the sporangia. The sporangia vary widely in form in the lower fungi. These may be flask-shaped (A), cylindrical, irregularly [...]
The below mentioned article provides a biology note on the blastocladiales which chiefly occurs in stagnant water. The saprophytic members of this order occur chiefly in water which is often rather stagnant. Some saprophytic species are soil dwellers. This occurs in the wet soil. Some species are parasitic. They attack fungi and invertebrates such as insects, worms and rotifers. The [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Occurrence of Allomyces 2. Thallus Structure of Allomyces 3. Life Cycle. Occurrence of Allomyces: The genus Allomyces was first discovered in India by E.J. Butler (1911). Subsequently it was found to be worldwide in distribution. It has been reported chiefly in tropical or warm countries. The genus comprises 5 species. Of these, [...]