Antrodiella
Antrodiella is a genus of fungi belonging to the family Polyporaceae, commonly known as the *polypores* or *conks*. These fungi are primarily saprotrophic, meaning they decompose dead wood, though some species may also exhibit weak parasitic behavior on living trees. The genus was established by mycologist Rolf Singer in 1948, and it currently includes around 20 recognized species, though taxonomic revisions may alter this number.
Antrodiella species are characterized by their hard, woody basidiocarps (fruit bodies) that often persist for several
Ecologically, Antrodiella fungi play a significant role in forest ecosystems by breaking down lignin and cellulose
Identification of Antrodiella species often relies on microscopic examination of spore prints and hyphal structures, as