They obtain their nutrients from the decomposition of organic matter, such as dead leaves, wood, or animal remains.
Some examples of saprophytes include:
* Mushrooms
* Fungi
* Mold
* Lichens
* Some types of orchids
* Indian Pipe
It's important to note that some plants are saprotrophic, meaning they derive nutrients from dead organic matter, but are also myco-heterotrophic, meaning they obtain nutrients from a symbiotic relationship with fungi.
