Pezizales

order of fungi Pezizales (Pezizales) is an order comprising closely related families of organisms. It contains 17 families with 217 known species. Key family groups include Ascobolaceae, Ascodesmidaceae, Caloscyphaceae, Chorioactidaceae, Discinaceae, and Helvellaceae. Among its members, 23 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Pezizomycetes (Pezizomycetes).