SB23026Lappodochium lageniforme transferred to Botryoderma, with validation of the name Botryoderma rostratum (Chaetomiaceae, Sordariales)
In the 1970s, scientists stumbled upon an unusual microfungus named Lappodochium in Brazilian soil. Over the years, the true identity and position in the fungal evolutionary tree remained a puzzle. Through meticulous genetic and morphological investigations, experts have finally unravelled the connection to a known genus called Botryoderma. This revelation not only adds to our knowledge of this captivating fungus but also deepens our understanding of the diverse world of fungi in tropical environments.