Modification of Hyphae: 7 Types (With Diagram) | Fungi
This article throws light upon the seven different types of modifications of hyphae mycelium with their diagrams. The types are: 1. Plectenchyma 2. Rhizomorph 3. Sclerotium (PI. Sclerotia) 4. Stromata 5. Pseudosclerotium (pi. pseudosclerotia) 6. Appressorium (pl. Appressoria) 7. Haustorium (pl. Haustoria). Type # 1. Plectenchyma (Fig. 1.12): A false tissue formed by aggregation of hyphae is known as Plectenchyma. [...]