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, [...]
In this article we will discuss about the characters and classification of chytridiales. General Characters of Chytridiales: This order includes 65 genera and 300 species. They are the most primitive and simplest members of true fungi. They are often called the chytrids. The chytrids include both aquatic and soil inhabiting species. The latter are restricted to the wet soil. A [...]