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Genetic diversity of Kenyan native oyster mushroom (Pleurotus).
Mycologia - 1 Jan 2000
Otieno Ojwang D, Onyango Calvin, Onguso Justus Mungare, Matasyoh Lexa G, Wanjala Bramwel W, Wamalwa Mark, Harvey Jagger J W
Abstract excerpt
Members of the genus Pleurotus, also commonly known as oyster mushroom, are well known for their socioeconomic and biotechnological potentials. Despite being one of the most important edible fungi, the scarce information about the genetic diversity of the species in natural populations has limited their sustainable utilization. A total of 71 isolates of Pleurotus species were collected from three natural...
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