H.S. Chaubey,* Sanjeev Kumar** and Y.P.Sharma**
*School of Studies in Botany, Jiwaji University, Gwalior (M.P.)
**Department of Botany, University of Jammu, Jammu 180006
E.mail:ohm_mushroom2005@yahoomail.com,
sanjeevkoul222@gmail.com
Abstract: Genus Termitomyces includes three species namely T. hemii, T. indicus and T. microcarpus have been described and illustrated from various locations of Gwalior Division of Madhaya Pradesh. Their habitat description, macro and microscopic details and edibility status have also been incorporated in the present study.
Key words: Gwalior Division,Termitomyces,.
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