Taxonomy, Phylogeny, and Ecology of Bark-Inhabiting and Tree-Pathogenic Fungi in the Cryphonectriaceae aids in the identification and study of fungi in the Cryphonectriaceae.

This book draws together all recent and relevant information relating to the Cryphonectriaceae in one volume. This will considerably enhance the ability of plant pathologists, mycologists, and forest scientists to identify the important fungi residing in this Cryphonectriaceae family.

The DNA database, keys, and descriptions for all Cryphonectria species and related taxa will also enhance the ability of those involved in quarantine regulations to recognize these fungi and help to reduce the chance of their accidental introduction into new areas.

Important features include:

• All current and key literature related to the important tree pathogens residing in the Cryphonectria
• Identification keys, illustrated descriptions, and taxonomic summaries of all species currently in the Cryphonectria Phylogenetic comparisons that act as a quick reference to all important sequences, DNA matrices, and techniques that will enable characterization of new species
• Hosts and species and their global geographical distribution
• Color photographs of tree disease symptoms
• Laboratory and identification techniques to this specialized group of fungi

Contents

1. History of the Cryphonectriaceae and Its Members
2. Diseases and Ecology
3. Pathogen Identification
4. Working with the Cryphonectriaceae
5. Identification of Genera and Species
6. Dichotomous Key to Genera
7. Synoptic Key to Genera
8. Descriptions
9. Species Excluded or of Questionable Validity

Fungal Names Index
Host Names Index

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