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jetray
Truffles are a type of fungus delicacy that grow underground near the roots of certain trees. They are prized for their unique aroma and flavor, making them a highly sought-after ingredient in gourmet cuisine. Truffles are typically hunted by specially trained dogs or pigs due to their subterranean growth.
Corn smut is a pathogenic fungus, Ustilago maydis, that forms galls on above-ground parts of the plant, but especially on the ear. In Mexico it is a food delicacy. In America it is called the Mexican truffle.
Yeast used in dough rising is a sac fungus. Truffles that are a delicacy to eat are not fungi, but are a type of edible fungi that belong to the genus Tuber.
It is called an "imperfect fungus"
The body of a fungus is commonly called the mycelium. It grows underground and most cells within a fungus are called haploids.
Another word for fungus is saprophyte.
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ergot
There seems to be a typo in your question. If you meant "truffle," it is a type of fungus that grows underground and is considered a culinary delicacy. Truffles are highly prized for their unique flavor and aroma.
Fungus
The association of a plant root and a fungus is called mycorrhiza. This symbiotic relationship benefits both the plant and the fungus by improving nutrient uptake for the plant and providing a carbon source for the fungus.