Termitomyces: New to the Science
Journal Title: Journal of Plant Science and Research - Year 2016, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
Termitomyces palpensis Aryal and T. arghakhanchensis Aryal, collected within an altitudinal range of 800-1500 m a.s.l in subtropical deciduous forest during 2010-2012 is described and illustrated. Its macro- and microscopic features delimit this taxon as a new species in science.
Authors and Affiliations
Hari Prasad Aryal
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