Spores in fungi

Reproduction in Fungi- Part-2: Asexual Reproduction

Fungi reproduce by vegetative, asexual and sexual methods. This post describes the various types of Asexual Reproduction in Fungi. About 20% fungi propagate only by asexual means. Asexual reproduction take places during favorable condition by the formation of a variety of spores. Such spores produced by asexual reproduction are called […]

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how fungi reproduce vegetatively

Reproduction in Fungi- Part-1: Vegetative Reproduction

Vegetative Reproduction in Fungi Fungi reproduce by vegetative, asexual and sexual methods. This post describes different types of Vegetative Reproduction in Fungi. Vegetative reproduction helps to increase the number of individuals in the population. Vegetative Reproduction in Fungi Ø  Vegetative reproduction in fungi occurs by: (1). Fragmentation (2). Fission (3). […]

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mycelial aggregations in fungi

Hyphal Modifications in Fungi (Mycelial Aggregations in Fungi)

Hyphal Modification in Fungi : In majority of fungi, hyphae are simple. In some advanced fungi, hyphae may undergo certain modification in response to functional needs. Hyphal modifications are hyphal aggregations are required to do specific functions during the life cycle of fungi. Hyphal Modification in Fungi Important hyphal modifications […]

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