In Basidiomycetes (club fungi), the mycelium is composed of a network of thread-like structures called hyphae that are:

• Branched: The hyphae grow and divide into multiple branches to effectively spread through substrates like soil or wood.

• Septate: The hyphae have cross-walls, known as septa, that divide the filaments into distinct cells. These septa often feature a central pore (dolipore septum) that allows the movement of cytoplasm and organelles.

──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────