Cinnamon fungus
Behavioural adaptations
- The Cinnamon fungus attacks the root systems of native plants and trees, causing them to lose the ability to take up water.
- During harsh environmental conditions, the fungi becomes dormant.
- Mycelia (produced from the Cinnamon fugus) grow throughout the root taking in the carbohydrates and nutrients from another plant, destroying the structure of the root tissues ("rotting" the root) and stopping the plant from absorbing nutrients and water.
- During harsh environmental conditions, the fungi becomes dormant.
- Mycelia (produced from the Cinnamon fugus) grow throughout the root taking in the carbohydrates and nutrients from another plant, destroying the structure of the root tissues ("rotting" the root) and stopping the plant from absorbing nutrients and water.
Physiological adaptations
- When environmental conditions are suitable, the fungi germinates; producing mycelia. This can also be a behavioral adaptation.
Structural adaptations
- Mushroom shaped structures; which makes it easier to attach and grow to other plants' roots.