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The Kingdom Fungi

The Biology of Mushrooms, Molds, and Lichens

By: Steven L. Stephenson

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The Kingdom Fungi

The Biology of Mushrooms, Molds, and Lichens

By: Steven L. Stephenson

The ubiquitous fungi are little known and vastly underappreciated. Yet, without them we wouldn’t have bread, alcohol, cheese, tofu, or the unique flavors of mushrooms, morels, and truffles. We can’t survive without fungi. The Kingdom Fungi provides a comprehensive look at the biology, structure, and morphological diversity of these necessary organisms. It sheds light on their ecologically important roles in nature, their fascinating relationships with people, plants, and animals, and their practical applications in the manufacture of food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals. The book includes information about “true” fungi, fungus-like creatures (slime molds and water molds), and a group of “composite” organisms (lichens) that are more than just fungi. Particular attention is given to examples of fungi that might be found in the home and encountered in nature. The Kingdom Fungi is a useful introductory text for naturalists, mycologists, and anyone who wants to become more familiar with, and more appreciative of, the fascinating world of fungi.

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1604694025

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Secretive Slime Moulds

Myxomycetes of Australia

By: Steven L. Stephenson

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Secretive Slime Moulds

Myxomycetes of Australia

By: Steven L. Stephenson

Neither plants, nor animals, nor fungi, the myxomycetes are a surprisingly diverse and fascinating group of organisms. They spend the majority of their life out of sight as single-celled amoeboid individuals in leaf litter, soil or decaying wood, foraging for bacteria and other simple life forms. However, when conditions are right, two individual cells come together to give rise to a much larger, creeping structure called a plasmodium, which produces the even more complex and often beautiful fruiting bodies. Indeed, the fruiting bodies of myxomycetes are often miniature works of art! Their small size (usually only a few millimetres tall) and fleeting fruiting phase mean that these organisms, although ubiquitous and sometimes abundant, are overlooked by most people. However, recent research by a few dedicated individuals has shown that Australia has a very diverse myxomycete biota with more than 330 species, the largest number known for any region of the Southern Hemisphere. This comprehensive monograph provides keys, descriptions and information on the known distribution for all of these species in addition to containing introductory material relating to their biology and ecology. Many species are illustrated, showing the diversity of their fruiting bodies, and greatly facilitating their identification. This book will give naturalists a new insight into an often overlooked group of organisms in addition to providing an incentive to search for the many species which have undoubtedly thus far escaped notice.

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CSIRO PUBLISHING

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1486314147

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9781486314140

Mushrooms of the Southeast

By: Todd F. Elliott,Steven L. Stephenson

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Mushrooms of the Southeast

By: Todd F. Elliott,Steven L. Stephenson

Ideal for hikers, foragers, and naturalists, the Timber Press Field Guides are the perfect tools for loving where you live. Mushrooms of the Southeast is a comprehensive field guide to the most conspicuous, distinctive, and ecologically important mushrooms found in the region. This useful guide features introductory chapters on the basics of mushroom structure, life cycles, and habitats. Profiles include color photographs, keys, and diagrams to aid in identification, and tips on how to recognize and avoid poisonous mushrooms. Covers Alabama, Arkansas, northern Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia Describes and illustrates more than 350 species 348 photographs, with additional keys and diagrams Clear, color-coded layout

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1604698373

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The Kingdom Fungi

The Biology of Mushrooms, Molds, and Lichens

By: Steven L. Stephenson

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Myxomycetes

A Handbook of Slime Molds

By: Steven L. Stephenson

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Myxomycetes

A Handbook of Slime Molds

By: Steven L. Stephenson

This book identifies all the species one is likely to encounter, with extensive information on their structural features, distribution, and ecological associations. Superbly illustrated, including keys, it is an introduction to their biology as well as a field guide. This book is only available through print on demand. All interior art is black and white.

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0881924393

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9780881924398

Mushrooms of the Southeast

By: Todd F. Elliott,Steven L. Stephenson

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Secretive Slime Moulds

Myxomycetes of Australia

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Myxomycetes of Australia

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The Kingdom Fungi

The Kingdom Fungi

Secretive Slime Moulds

Secretive Slime Moulds

Mushrooms of the Southeast

Mushrooms of the Southeast

The Kingdom Fungi

The Kingdom Fungi

Myxomycetes

Myxomycetes

Mushrooms of the Southeast

Mushrooms of the Southeast

Secretive Slime Moulds

Secretive Slime Moulds

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