👉 The term "pectinacean" refers to a group of fungi that are part of the Basidiomycetaceae family, which includes species such as the Pectinaceae and the Ascomycetes. These fungi have a unique ability to produce a type of gel-like substance known as pectin, which is found in fruits and vegetables. The term "pectinacean" was first coined by the American botanist Alexander Fleming in 19
