A new taxonomy for Monascus species based on cultural and microscopical characters
- 1 January 1983
- journal article
- research article
- Published by CSIRO Publishing in Australian Journal of Botany
- Vol. 31 (1) , 51-61
- https://doi.org/10.1071/bt9830051
Abstract
The taxonomy of Monascus van Tieghem (Ascomycotina) is revised as a result of an investigation of cultural and microscopic characters of type and numerous other isolates. Three species are recognized: M. pilosus K. Sato ex D. Hawksw. & Pitt sp. nov.: M. purpureus Went; M. ruber van Tieghem. Keys to the species, comprehensive descriptions and lists of material studied are presented. These fungi are of special interest because of their use in the production of a range of oriental fermented foods.Keywords
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