A new species of Ophiocordyceps (Clavicipitales, Ascomycota) from southwestern China

Authors: Chen, Ji-Yue; Cao, Yong-Qiang; Yang, Da-Rong; Li, Ming-Hua

Source: Mycotaxon, Volume 115, January-March 2011 , pp. 1-4(4)

Publisher: Mycotaxon

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Abstract:

A new species of caterpillar fungus, Ophiocordyceps laojunshanensis, is described based on specimens collected from southwestern China. This species is characterized by slender stromata, sparse perithecia, and the unique habitat of growing in mosses. Its habitat, gross morphology, and microscopic features are illustrated and relationships to similar species discussed.

Keywords: CORDYCEPS; OPHIOCORDYCEPS SINENSIS; OPHIOCORDYCIPITACEAE; TAXONOMY

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5248/115.1

Publication date: 2011-01-01

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