Dead Man’s Fingers, scientifically known as Xylaria polymorpha, is a fungus resembling human fingers emerging from soil. Found worldwide, it thrives near decaying wood, its dark elongated structures releasing spores for reproduction. Though not harmful to healthy trees, its presence signals underlying stress. Understanding and monitoring its growth aids in assessing tree health, highlighting its crucial role in ecosystem decomposition.
The fungus that looks like a dead man’s fingers
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