Question

Why are deuteromycetes called fungi imperfecti?

Answer 1

Deuteromycetes

1. Deuteromycetes are referred to as imperfect fungi as only the vegetative or asexual phases of these fungi are known.
2. The deuteromycetes solely generate conidia, which are asexual spores.
3. While many of the members are litter decomposers and aid in mineral cycling, some are saprophytes or parasites.
4. Trichoderma, Colletotrichum, and Alternaria are a few examples.