pseudocyphellae

Pseudocyphellae are a type of apothecium, which is a fruiting body found in certain fungi. They are characterized by their cup-like structure and are often found growing on the surface of the substrate, such as wood or soil. Pseudocyphellae are typically smaller than true apothecia and are often surrounded by a ring of tissue called a margin. The interior of a pseudocyphella contains the reproductive structures of the fungus, including asci and ascospores. Pseudocyphellae are found in a variety of fungi, including species in the families Polyporaceae and Russulaceae. They play an important role in the reproduction and dispersal of these fungi, as the ascospores are released from the pseudocyphella and spread to new substrates. Pseudocyphellae are also of interest to mycologists, as they can provide valuable information about the taxonomy and biology of fungi.