Piziza
Piziza is a genus of fungi belonging to the family Pyronemataceae. These fungi are typically cup-shaped or saucer-shaped, with a relatively small size, often less than a centimeter in diameter. The outer surface of the cup may be smooth or slightly hairy. Piziza species are saprobic, meaning they obtain nutrients by decomposing dead organic matter, commonly found on soil, dung, or decaying plant material. Their ascocarps, or fruiting bodies, often emerge after periods of rain, particularly in moist environments.
The taxonomy of Piziza has undergone revisions, and its classification within the Pyronemataceae reflects its evolutionary