Factors Affecting Spore Germination of Volvariella volvacea
- 28 April 1969
- journal article
- Published by Wiley in Physiologia Plantarum
- Vol. 22 (4) , 734-741
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1399-3054.1969.tb07430.x
Abstract
Environmental factors affecting basidiospore germination were studied with Volvariella volvacea, the edible straw mushroom which is common in South East Asia. A relatively mild heal shock is necessary for spore germination. The spores give best germination at 40°C although early hyphal growth is better at 35°C the germination of spores is affected by temperature. pH. a presoaking treatment and spore density. Higher pH supports more germination but seems unfavourable for early mycelial growth. Presoaking treatment in phosphate buffer solution or distilled water also stimulates germination markedly.Keywords
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