Truffles are a type of fungi that belong to the genus Tuber ¹. Here are some key characteristics and facts about truffles: - *Fruiting Body*: Truffles are the fruiting bodies of subterranean fungi, typically found in close association with tree roots. - *Ectomycorrhizal*: Truffles have a symbiotic relationship with trees, providing nutrients in exchange for carbohydrates. - *Species*: There are many species of truffles, including the prized Black Truffle (Tuber melanosporum), White Truffle (Tuber magnatum), and Summer Truffle (Tuber aestivum).