Learn about the comparison between ascomycetes and basidiomycetes. 1. The Ascomycetes are characterized by the development of asci and ascospores. But the Basidiomycetes produce basidia and basidiospores. 2. Both the ascospores and basidiospores are formed by karyogamy and meiosis. But the ascospores are borne endogenously in an ascus, whereas the basidiospores are produced exogenously on a basidium. 3. Majority of [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Characteristics of Basidiomycetes 2. Mating Systems of Basidiomycetes 6. Life Cycle Pattern. Characteristics of Basidiomycetes: The Basidiomycetes comprise the highest group of fungi which are often noticed conspicuously occurring in fields and forest areas. Most of them possess highly developed fructifications, known as basidiocarps which may be fleshy or woody. The fungi [...]
The following points highlight the two familes under which ustilaginales has been classified. The families are: 1. Ustilaginageae 2. Tilletiaceae. Family # 1. Ustilaginageae: In the Ustilaginaceae the infection may be localized or systemic. All the three types of infection as already indicated are encountered in this family. The teleutospore masses or sori may be developed in leaves, stems, or [...]