👉 A rhizopogon is a type of plant that grows from roots. It's a type of "plant" in the sense that it can grow and produce its own food through its roots, which are like small tubes that carry water and nutrients to the rest of the plant. The term "rhizopogon" comes from the Greek word "rhizos", meaning "root," and "pogon" meaning "plant." It's a very common term in English-speaking