Fungi of Saskatchewan
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Slime molds

These are not true fungi, but they are considered part of the ‘fungal union’ because they are saprotrophic, and they reproduce sexually by means of spores that have walls. These fruiting bodies are small and are found particularly in moist places. There are six orders and about 800 species. Detailed information in Stephenson and Stempen; Cross References: A845-52;