Subclass Discomycetes is a term that refers to a group of macrofungi that produce fruiting bodies, or ascocarps, with exposed spore-bearing surfaces. These fungi are commonly known as cup fungi or disc fungi due to the shape of their fruiting bodies. Some synonyms for Subclass Discomycetes include Ascomycetes, Discomycetes, Pyrenomycetes, and Pezizomycetes. These synonyms reflect the different taxonomic classifications that have been used to group these fungi over time. While the names may vary, what remains constant is the unique and distinctive morphology of these fungi that sets them apart from other fungal groups.