AuthorMaier, W. et al
Year2007
TitlePolyphyly and two emerging lineages in the rust genera Puccinia and Uromyces
TypePaper
SourceMycol. Res. Vol 111 (2): 176-185.
Review (by Malcolm Storey)It has long been accepted that the traditional rust genera are artificial. DNA confirms this but fails to suggest any clear alternative beyond two groups: the first centred on those species which parasitise Cyperaceae and Juncaceae, and around those parasitising Poaceae.

Notes & PurposeStatusTaxonEnglishClassification
CurrentPUCCINIACEAEa family of rust fungiFungi: Pucciniales
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