description Thelephora terrestris Overview
Thelephora terrestris, or earthfan fungus, is an ectomycorrhizal basidiomycete that forms partnerships with the roots of trees, especially conifers such as pine and spruce. Its tough, brown to ochre fruit bodies often spread across soil or the bases of seedlings as thin, fan-like, crusted growths. The species is common in forest and nursery soils, where its ability to colonize disturbed or fertilized ground has made it relevant to forest-seedling production and studies of mycorrhizal communities.
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What is Thelephora terrestris?
Thelephora terrestris is a fungus commonly called earthfan fungus. It is ectomycorrhizal, meaning it forms a partnership with the roots of trees.
Which trees associate with Thelephora terrestris?
The fungus is especially associated with conifers such as pine and spruce. Its relationship with tree roots helps define its ecological role.
What does Thelephora terrestris look like?
Its tough fruit bodies are brown to ochre and often spread across soil or around the bases of seedlings. They can form thin, fan-like growths rather than thick mushrooms with tall stems.
Why is Thelephora terrestris important in forests?
It forms ectomycorrhizal partnerships with tree roots, particularly those of pine and spruce. Such partnerships connect the fungus with the growth and nutrient systems of forest trees.
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