Xylariaceae is a fungus family in the Fungi kingdom, order Xylariales, class Sordariomycetes. The family contains 20 accepted species worldwide.
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Xylaria hypoxylon (L.) Grev.
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Kretzschmaria deusta (Hoffm.) P.M.D.Martin
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Xylaria polymorpha (Pers.) Grev.
Xylaria polymorpha is an inedible ascomycete fungus that grows on decaying wood …
Cryptostroma corticale (Ellis & Everh.) P.H.Greg. & S.Waller
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Rosellinia subiculata (Schwein.) Sacc., 1882
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Xylaria longipes Nitschke
Xylaria longipes is an inedible saprotrophic fungus found across Europe, Asia, a…
Xylariaceae funguss belong to the Xylariales order in the Fungi kingdom. This species can be identified by its scattered growth on decaying wood, its singular ostiole, and its yellow subiculum. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
Xylariaceae is classified in the order Xylariales, class Sordariomycetes, phylum Ascomycota. longipes has spindle-shaped spores with a smooth surface, which feature germ slits.
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