What is another word for shoestring fungus?
Pronunciation: [ʃˈuːstɹɪŋ fˈʌŋɡəs] (IPA) 
Shoestring fungus, also known as Armillaria, is a type of fungus that got its name from the thin, shoelace-like filaments that spread underground and attack the roots of trees. The fungus can cause serious damage to forests and is often difficult to control. However, there are other terms used to refer to this obnoxious organism. Some synonyms for shoestring fungus include honey mushroom, bootlace fungus, and rhizomorph. This fungus is recognized by many names since it has been found in different geographical regions all over the world. Regardless of what it is called, shoestring fungus is a serious threat to trees and the forest ecosystem.
