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February 28, 2026Fungal BiologyOpen Access

Multi-gene phylogeny and morphology of Pleurotus in Aotearoa New Zealand reveal a new variety of Pleurotus pulmonarius

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DHDavid HeraManaaki Whenua – Landcare ResearchJCJerry CooperManaaki Whenua – Landcare ResearchPBPeter BuchananManaaki Whenua – Landcare Research

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Implication

Multi-gene phylogeny examines indigenous Pleurotus species, revealing a new variety and informing biosecurity measures.

Key Points

  • The study aims to clarify the taxonomy of Pleurotus species in New Zealand and identify potential risks associated with imported species.
  • Collected 84 wild and cultivated Pleurotus specimens from New Zealand
  • Conducted multi-locus phylogenetic analysis using ITS, LSU, RPB1, RPB2, and Tef
  • Performed morphological examination of specimens
  • Described P. pulmonarius var. aotearoa as a new indigenous variety
  • Established that P. purpureo-olivaceus lacks an anamorphic stage
  • Found genetic distinctiveness between imported P. djamor and indigenous species
  • Highlighted the need for revised taxonomic boundaries to support conservation and biosecurity efforts

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Hera et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a286c90a974eb0d3c01f22https://doi.org/10.1016/j.funbio.2026.101747
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