👉 Leptothrix is a type of fungus that produces small, white, rod-shaped spores called leptothrix. These spores are dispersed by wind and are not typically found in the environment where they were produced. They can be found in the soil or in human feces, with some species being more common in certain areas. Leptothrix is a type of fungus that produces small, white, rod-shaped spores called leptothrix.