Tilkudaceae

Tilkudaceae is a family of fungi belonging to the order Pleosporales. These fungi are typically found in soil and decaying plant matter. The family was first described in 2009, and its classification is based on molecular phylogenetic studies. Members of Tilkudaceae are characterized by their dark, ostiolate ascomata, which are often immersed in the substrate. The asci are typically cylindrical and bitunicate, and the ascospores are usually brown and septate.

Research into Tilkudaceae has primarily focused on its taxonomic placement and the identification of new species. Many of the known species are saprobic, playing a role in decomposition processes. However, some species have been noted for their association with plants, though their specific ecological roles in these interactions are not always well understood. The family is still relatively understudied compared to other fungal groups, and ongoing research aims to further elucidate its diversity, ecological significance, and evolutionary relationships within the Pleosporales.