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Polyporus: Introduction, Structure and Reproduction

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Polyporus 2. Vegetative Structure of Polyporus 3. Reproduction. Introduction to Polyporus: The genus is named Polyporus (Gr. poly — many; poros — pores) because of the presence of numerous fine pores on the under-surface of the fruit bodies. For the above reason, members of the family Polyporaceae are commonly called [...]

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Mushrooms: Meaning, Values and Cultivation Procedure

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Mushrooms 2. Values of Mushrooms 3. Cultivation Procedure. Meaning of Mushrooms: Mushrooms are the fruit bodies of edible fungi, commonly belonging to Basidiomycotina (Agaricus campestris, A. brunnescens, Pleurotus sajor-caju, Volvariella volvacea etc.) and rarely to Ascomycotina (Morchella conica, M. esculenta). The mushrooms were used as food since long back, probably [...]

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Agaricus: Introduction, Vegetative Body and Reproduction

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Agaricus 2. Vegetative Body of Agaricus 3. Reproduction. Introduction to Agaricus: Agaricus is a saprophytic fungus, commonly grows on damp wood, decomposing organic matters like humus, horse dung etc. During sum­mer with rainy weather, it is fairly common in the grassy lands. Butler and Bisbay (1958) recorded 25 species of [...]

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