September 17, 2025MycoKeysOpen Access

Two novel species of Neomonodictys and Phaeoisaria (Pleurotheciaceae, Pleurotheciales) from freshwater habitats in China

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Morphological and phylogenetic analysis identifies novel species Neomonodictys and Phaeoisaria, suggesting increased fungal diversity.

The study identifies two novel fungal species from freshwater habitats in China, contributing to the understanding of fungal diversity.
Morphological and phylogenetic analyses based on multiple genetic data confirmed the classification of Neomonodictys subtropicus and Phaeoisaria guiyangensis.
This research highlights the ecological role of Pleurotheciaceae in lignicolous freshwater ecosystems, showcasing the importance of studying these habitats.
The findings encourage further exploration of underreported regions like Guizhou Province, which may harbor additional unknown fungal species.

Zhang et al. (2025) studied this question.

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