Schizophyllum commune, also known as the split-gill mushroom, may be the most widely distributed and common fungal species on the planet. Not only this, but the intricacies of its reproductive and degradative systems are incredible and unique characteristics which have helped cement it as an important fungal model organism. Here, I’ll present an array of current knowledge about S. commune, as well as diving deeper into some of its most intriguing features.
A Model Mushroom — Joshua Williams
Genetics Society UCL 