What is another word for Genus Plectania?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs plɛktˈe͡ɪni͡ə] (IPA) 
Genus Plectania refers to a group of fungi belonging to the family Pyronemataceae. Some common synonyms for this genus include Anthracobia, Ascocoryne, Geopora, Pseudoascochyta, and Turfia. These fungi typically have cup-shaped fruiting bodies that are often brightly colored, ranging from orange and red to brown and black. Species within this genus are commonly found growing on soil or on dead wood. Some of the notable species within this genus include Plectania nannfeldtii, which has a bright orange-red color, and Plectania melastoma, which has a black or dark brown color. Overall, this group of fungi is fascinating and important in the ecosystem.
