A new species of the genus (Basidiomycota, Boletales) found in the Hengduan Mountains of China.

Background: During surveys of hypogeous fungi in the Hengduan Mountains, south-western China, three specimens of the genus were discovered in Sichuan Province.

New Information: Morphological and molecular analyses revealed that the collections represent a new species, . This article describes the new species and discusses its relationship with the other two members of the genus.

A Taxonomic Study of Specimens from China Revealed Seven New Species.

Based on phylogenetic analysis, (Psathyrellaceae, Agaricales) was established with as the type species. The basidiomes range from small to large and are typically terrestrial, lignicolous, and rarely fimicolous. We analysed the species collected during five years in China, and based on morphological and molecular data (nrITS, nrLSU, and ), we propose seven new species viz.

Three New Species of Discovered in Alpine Fir Forests in Yunnan, China.

Three new species of , , , and belonging to the phylogroup, are described based on specimens collected in alpine forests at 3600-4000 m, Northwest Yunnan, China. is distinguished by its ascomata with a single chamber of 0.5-1.

Trehalose phosphorylase as a novel potential allergen in a case of allergic reaction due to oyster mushroom () ingestion.

To our knowledge, we present the first case report of allergic reaction from oyster mushroom ingestion, which was confirmed by an oral food challenge test. Trehalose phosphorylase was identified as a novel potential allergen by IgE immunoblotting and mass spectrometry.

Study of Optimal Conditions to Grow Thai , Fruiting Test, Proximate and Their Alpha Glucosidase Inhibitory Activity.

() has a worldwide distribution and has been widely used in traditional medicines. In this study, we report wild strains of that include two and one from northern Thailand. Optimal conditions for mycelium growth were ensured.

Additions to (Basidiomycota, Pleurotaceae): two new species and notes on from northern Thailand.

Two new species and a first geographical record of are described from Thailand. Macroscopic and microscopic descriptions with photoplates, as well as a multigene phylogeny are provided. is recognised by large flabelliform basidiomata, densely villose yellowish-white pileus with white hairs near the point of attachment, basidiospores that mostly are ellipsoid in front view and phaseoliform in side view, the absence of cheilocystidia, and a trichoderm pileipellis.

Introduction of two novel species of (Agaricales, Physalacriaceae) from Thailand.

is the most diverse genus in the group of oudemansielloid/xeruloid taxa (Physalacriaceae). This genus has a worldwide distribution with records mostly from Europe and America. Asian taxa are least represented.

Macrofungal Diversity and Distribution Patterns in the Primary Forests of the Shaluli Mountains.

The Shaluli Mountains are located in the southeastern part of the Tibetan Plateau at an elevation of 2500-5000 m. They are characterized by a typical vertical distribution of climate and vegetation and are considered a global biodiversity hotspot. We selected ten vegetation types at different elevation gradients representing distinct forests in the Shaluli Mountains to assess the macrofungal diversity, including subalpine shrub, spp.

Evidence for further non-coding RNA genes in the fungal rDNA region.

Non-coding RNA (ncRNA) genes play important, but incompletely understood, roles in various cellular processes, notably translation and gene regulation. A recent report on the detection of the ncRNA Signal Recognition Particle gene in the nuclear ribosomal internal transcribed spacer region of several species of three genera of ectomycorrhizal basidiomycetes prompted a more thorough bioinformatics search for additional ncRNA genes in the full fungal ribosomal operon. This study reports on the detection of three ncRNA genes hitherto not known from the fungal ribosomal region: nuclear RNase P RNA, RNase MRP RNA, and a possible snoRNA U14 in a total of five species of and .

Morel Production Associated with Soil Nitrogen-Fixing and Nitrifying Microorganisms.

True morels (, ) cultivated in soil are subject to complex influences from soil microbial communities. To explore the characteristics of soil microbial communities on morel cultivation, and evaluate whether these microbes are related to morel production, we collected 23 soil samples from four counties in Sichuan and Yunnan Provinces, China. Based on ITS and 16S rDNA amplicon sequencing, the alpha diversity analysis indicated that the biodiversity of morel cultivation soil showed a downward trend compared with the bare soil.

Fungal diversity notes 1512-1610: taxonomic and phylogenetic contributions on genera and species of fungal taxa.

This article is the 14th in the Fungal Diversity Notes series, wherein we report 98 taxa distributed in two phyla, seven classes, 26 orders and 50 families which are described and illustrated. Taxa in this study were collected from Australia, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Chile, China, Cyprus, Egypt, France, French Guiana, India, Indonesia, Italy, Laos, Mexico, Russia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam. There are 59 new taxa, 39 new hosts and new geographical distributions with one new combination.

Fungal diversity notes 1387-1511: taxonomic and phylogenetic contributions on genera and species of fungal taxa.

This article is the 13th contribution in the Fungal Diversity Notes series, wherein 125 taxa from four phyla, ten classes, 31 orders, 69 families, 92 genera and three genera are treated, demonstrating worldwide and geographic distribution. Fungal taxa described and illustrated in the present study include three new genera, 69 new species, one new combination, one reference specimen and 51 new records on new hosts and new geographical distributions. Three new genera, (), ( genus ) and () are introduced based on distinct phylogenetic lineages and unique morphologies.

Macrofungi as a Nutraceutical Source: Promising Bioactive Compounds and Market Value.

Macrofungi production and economic value have been increasing globally. The demand for macrofungi has expanded rapidly owing to their popularity among consumers, pleasant taste, and unique flavors. The presence of high quality proteins, polysaccharides, unsaturated fatty acids, minerals, triterpene sterols, and secondary metabolites makes macrofungi an important commodity.

Reviewing the world's edible mushroom species: A new evidence-based classification system.

Wild mushrooms are a vital source of income and nutrition for many poor communities and of value to recreational foragers. Literature relating to the edibility of mushroom species continues to expand, driven by an increasing demand for wild mushrooms, a wider interest in foraging, and the study of traditional foods. Although numerous case reports have been published on edible mushrooms, doubt and confusion persist regarding which species are safe and suitable to consume.

Taxonomy, Diversity and Cultivation of the Oudemansielloid/Xeruloid Taxa and with Respect to Their Bioactivities: A Review.

The oudemansielloid/xeruloid taxa and are genera of Basidiomycota that constitute an important resource of bioactive compounds. Numerous studies have shown antimicrobial, anti-oxidative, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and other bioactivities of their extracts. The bioactive principles can be divided into two major groups: (a) hydrophilic polysaccharides with relatively high molecular weights and (b) low molecular medium polar secondary metabolites, such as the antifungal strobilurins.

A new record of (Basidiomycota, Polyporales) for Thailand and first assessment of optimum conditions for mycelia production.

In this study a new record of is described as from Chiang Rai Province, Thailand. The fruiting body was collected on the base of a living tree. The sample is described on the basis of morphological characteristics and phylogenetic analyses, and compared with closely related taxa.

Evidence for amphithallism and broad geographical hybridization potential among Agaricus subrufescens isolates from Brazil, France, and Thailand.

Agaricus subrufescens is a cultivated edible and medicinal mushroom. Its known geographical distribution encompasses the Americas, Europe, Oceania, and Asia. The objective of this study was to assess mating compatibility and interfertility of strains originating from Brazil, France, and Thailand.

Morphological and molecular characterization of three Agaricus species from tropical Asia (Pakistan, Thailand) reveals a new group in section Xanthodermatei.

The genus Agaricus is known for its medicinal and edible species but also includes toxic species that belong to section Xanthodermatei. Previous phylogenetic reconstruction for temperate species, based on sequence data of nuc rRNA gene (rDNA) internal transcribed spacers (ITS), has revealed two major groups in this section and a possible third lineage for A. pseudopratensis.

Agaricus subrufescens: A review.

Medicinal mushrooms have currently become a hot issue due to their various therapeutic properties. Of these, Agaricus subrufescens, also known as the "almond mushroom", has long been valued by many societies (i.e.