Mycology in the Tropics

Updates on Philippine Fungi

Jonathan Jaime Guerrero, Teresita Dalisay, Marian De Leon, Mark Angelo Balendres, Kin Israel Notarte, Thomas Edison Dela Cruz
Elsevier
394 pages
ISBN: 9780323994897
October 2022

This book comprehensively discusses the current state of Philippine mycology, including historical developments in the field, listings of fungi with diverse utilizations or applications, and those that cause economic impact on crop production in the country. Specifically, the chapters in the book introduce tropical mycology, describe different fungal groups, their biodiversity and conservation, and give insights into the applications of mycology in agriculture, health, industry and the environment.