Cyathus Stercoreus is a kingdom of fungi, which belongs to the family Nidulariaceae. Which is better known as the bird's nest mushroom.
Bird's nest mushroom is a very unique mushroom. Why? Because it resembles a bowl-like container that contains spores. When dew falls or rain falls, the bowl will be full of water so spores can flow quickly on rotten branches. The weakness of bird's nest mushrooms is that when exposed to direct sunlight, they immediately wither, droop and dry up. Maybe because of the thinness of the fungus. If there is prolonged dehydration, the need for water is not fulfilled.
I found this mushroom plant in only two places. The first under the tree overlooks its place next to my house. The second is under the mango tree in front of my house, because the location is not only shady or not exposed to the sun and the soil is always moist. This situation may be that this bird's nest fungus grows and thrives well.
The uniqueness that I get include:
- There is a bowl shape where the spores are.
- Cover the spores that are not ready to develop.
- The shape is eye-catching
Don't forget constructive criticism for me my friend! So that it can be my experience in the future.
Camera Xioami Redmi Note 9 Pro
Catagory fungi Photography
Processed Adobe Linghtroom
Lens External Macro Lensbong 45mm
Location Kota Lhokseumawe, Aceh Indonesia
They are interesting little fungi. I've heard that it is hypothesized that their spore dispersal mechanism is that raindrops fall on to the cup and launch the little "egg" (peridiole). The "egg" is launched into the air into a new area. Also the spore had a small string attached to it. Either it allows it to catch the wind and keep it aloft longer, or it can hang/attach from plants? Some speculation about the purpose. Very interesting.
hypothesized ?
I read it as a fact (concerning the mechanism, not about the spore string attached, and possible meaning/consequences of that part's purpose). Indeed, very interesting mechanism the nature have invented! who could ever think that things / triggers like this, are oppossible, can be implemented into living bio-constructions?! nature had million years for experiments and was not bored of creating all those tricks, haha.
thank you for commenting on others posts... that is being rewarded :D
Ah it very well may be a fact. I just didn't want to overstate my confidence in the knowledge. Very cool stuff nonetheless
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Yes. There are a few different certain species of these 'nests', and sadly I did not ever stumble upon it even once, to take pictures. Tho I know there do occure at my region. They (reportedly) love to grow on dung and rotting wood chips ... hmmm.
Yes my friend is still learning it. Thank you very much my friend
That is the beauty of nature that we must learn and share knowledge with. Send regards for success.
you bring amazing stuff. thank you! the post is supported.
together too. send regards for success