Fungal Species: Xerocomus yunnanensis

Pseudobaorangia (Boletaceae, Boletales), a new genus for Boletus lakhanpalii

Scientists studying mushrooms collected in China’s Baima Snow Mountain identified a bolete species that was previously misclassified. Using DNA analysis combined with detailed microscopic examination, they determined this mushroom was distinct enough to warrant creation of a brand new genus called Pseudobaorangia. This discovery helps clarify the evolutionary relationships and proper classification of this rare mountain-dwelling mushroom species.

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