Ascomycete Fungi of North America: A Mushroom Reference Guide

by Alan E. Bessette, Arleen R. Bessette, Michael W. Beug

Approximately 75 percent of all fungi that have been described to date belong to the phylum Ascomycota. They are usually referred to as Ascomycetes and are commonly found and collected by mushroom enthusiasts. Ascomycetes exhibit a remarkable range of biodiversity, are beautiful and visually complex, and some, including morels and truffles, are highly prized for their edibility. Many play significant roles in plant ecology because of the mycorrhizal...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0292754523
• ISBN13: 9780292754522
• Release Date: March 2014
• Publisher: University of Texas Press
• Length: 502 Pages
• Weight: 3.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 7.3" x 10.2"