Diversity of the basidium-like cells

This figure illustrates the considerable diversity of the basidium-like cells. They occur in a range of shapes and developmental stages and are often associated with clamp connections. In some cases, they produce lateral cells, while others contain multiple nuclei or appear to be connected to neighbouring hyphae. The researchers also observed yeast-like cells budding from the hyphae, suggesting that the fungus may be capable of switching between different modes of growth. Together, the images provide insight into the formation and development of these distinctive cellular structures.