abdominella

Abdominella is a genus of fungi belonging to the family Sordariaceae. This genus was first described in 1970 by mycologist J.L. Spence. Species within Abdominella are typically characterized by their perithecial stromata, which are often immersed or partially embedded in host tissue. The asci are typically cylindrical and possess a distinct apical ring. Spores are usually hyaline and elongated.

Research on Abdominella species often focuses on their ecological roles, particularly their association with specific plant hosts or their presence in certain soil environments. Some species may play a part in decomposition processes. Taxonomic studies are crucial for understanding the diversity within the genus and its evolutionary relationships to other fungal groups. Identification relies on microscopic features of the reproductive structures and spores. Further molecular phylogenetic analyses continue to refine the placement of Abdominella within the fungal kingdom.