👉 Spirostreptus is a genus of fungi in the class Ascomycota, commonly known for its role in the fungal mycorrhizal network and the cultivation of plants. It's characterized by its thick, spiky, and often translucent (brown or red) spores that are used to form a "spore print" on a host plant's surface. This process is crucial for the exchange of water between the fungus and the host plant, facilitating nutrient transfer and maintaining
