Phylogenetic diversity and morphological characterization of cordycipitaceous species in Taiwan.

ABSTRACT: Species classified in Cordycipitaceae (Hypocreales) include multiple entomopathogenic fungi. Numerous changes have recently occurred in the nomenclature of cordycipitaceous fungi due to the single naming system proposed for pleomorphic fungi in 2011. Species of Cordycipitaceae are widely applied as herbal medicines, especially in Asian cultures. However, the diversity of Cordycipitaceae in Taiwan is based on relatively few literature records. Here we conducted a comprehensive survey of this family throughout the island of Taiwan and provided a glimpse of the diversity and distribution patterns. In addition, the present study reassesses the generic and species boundaries of Cordycipitaceae and finally provides an updated phylogenetic overview of Cordyce

SUBMITTER: Chuang WY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11663429 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature