Lecturer: Prof. H de Wet
Tel. no.: (035) 902 6108
Office no.: H 12
Prescribed Study Notes: Morphology and Mycology Notes + Morphology and
Mycology Drawing Book
Additional References: Morphology of Plants and Fungi.
Bold/Alexopoulas/delevoryas. 5th Ed.
Plants and Society - Levetin and Mchahon. 3rd Ed.
AIM
This module has been designed to study the classification,
general characteristics, reproduction and economic
importance of the main divisions of the fungi. After completing
this module, the learner should have gained knowledge on
the life cycles of the different types of fungi, their role in the
environment, their effects on plants and human health.
During practical students will study life material and prepared
microscopic slides to broaden their knowledge on the general
characteristics and reproductive structures of the fungi.
, The Fascinating World of Fungi
Fungi are..........
extraordinary organisms which are neither plants, nor animals.
one of the most important group of organisms on this planet
some of the world's largest and possibly oldest individuals
fairy rings, right out of children's story books
hallucinogenic magic mushrooms
some are silent killers with deadly poisons.
a vital ingredient in beer and bread.
decomposers, essential for natural recycling, helping to guarantee life on
earth.
miracle cures for disease.
indispensable partners for many plants.
Tel. no.: (035) 902 6108
Office no.: H 12
Prescribed Study Notes: Morphology and Mycology Notes + Morphology and
Mycology Drawing Book
Additional References: Morphology of Plants and Fungi.
Bold/Alexopoulas/delevoryas. 5th Ed.
Plants and Society - Levetin and Mchahon. 3rd Ed.
AIM
This module has been designed to study the classification,
general characteristics, reproduction and economic
importance of the main divisions of the fungi. After completing
this module, the learner should have gained knowledge on
the life cycles of the different types of fungi, their role in the
environment, their effects on plants and human health.
During practical students will study life material and prepared
microscopic slides to broaden their knowledge on the general
characteristics and reproductive structures of the fungi.
, The Fascinating World of Fungi
Fungi are..........
extraordinary organisms which are neither plants, nor animals.
one of the most important group of organisms on this planet
some of the world's largest and possibly oldest individuals
fairy rings, right out of children's story books
hallucinogenic magic mushrooms
some are silent killers with deadly poisons.
a vital ingredient in beer and bread.
decomposers, essential for natural recycling, helping to guarantee life on
earth.
miracle cures for disease.
indispensable partners for many plants.
