Astraeus Hygrometricus and its Various Aspests

Hayat, Yawar

doi:10.2139/ssrn.2459395

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“…In this study, the morphological traits of A. hygrometricus align closely with the descriptions provided in the initial scientific description, or protologue, of the species (Nouhra and De Toledo 1998, Phosri et al 2004, 2007, Hayat 2017. The specimens examined were found in close association with Quercus baloot Griff (a species of oak in the Fagaceae family) and Cedrus deodara (Roxb.)…”

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“…Astraeus hygrometricus is commonly referred to as hygroscopic earthstar, barometer earthstar, or false earthstar (Hayat 2017). As described by Hayat (2017), young and unopened A. hygrometricus specimens bear a resemblance to puffballs. As they mature, the outer layer of their fruiting bodies splits open in a star-like pattern, taking on the distinctive earthstar shape.…”

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A new record of Astraeus hygrometricus (Pers.) Morgan (Boletales, Basidiomycota) from Afghanistan

Ahmadzai,

Ejtehadi,

Farzam

et al. 2023

MycoAsia

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The mycorrhizal fungus, Astraeus hygrometricus, which was found thriving beneath Quercus baloot and Cedrus deodara trees is being documented in Afghanistan for the first time. Despite previous reports confirming the presence of this fungus in other parts of Asia, Europe and America, there is no prior documentation of its presence in Afghanistan. This report includes a protologue of the specimens collected from Afghanistan, showcasing both macro- and micro-morphological characteristics. Additionally, Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) images are provided for a detailed view of the basidiospores.

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