👉 The term "Deutererphus" is a genus in the family Sclerotiumidaceae, which belongs to the order Sclerotiales and the family Sclerotiniaceae. It is characterized by its large, spherical structures called denticles, which are found on the surface of the plant. These denticles can be used for various purposes such as spreading seeds, protecting the roots from predators, and facilitating nutrient transport within the plant.