Russulaceae of Ailawng forest with an emphasis on Russula purpureoverrucosa (Russulaceae): A first report for India

VL Thachunglura, Zohmangaiha Chawngthu, John Zothanzama, Lallawmkima, Benjamin Lalbiakmawia, Joshua Khumlianlal and Prabhat Kumar Rai

Science Vision 23 (3), 41-47 | Published on 25 October 2023 | https://doi.org/10.33493/scivis.23.03.01

Abstract

This study presents Russula purpureoverrucosa marking the first record of its presence in India. Additionally, we have identified other fourteen species from the family Russulaceae and their taxonomic descriptions were given. This study was constrained to a small area, however, it hints at the potential for the discovery of more Russulaceae in Mizoram. The findings suggest that the region may host a rich diversity of these fungi, and further research in broader areas could unveil additional Russulaceae in Mizoram.

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