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Phanerochaete
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Definition
: A genus of fungi in the family Corticiaceae, order Stereales, that degrades lignin. The white-rot fungus Phanerochaete chrysosporium is a frequently used species in research.
Other names
chrysosporiums, Phanerochaete; chrysosporium, Phanerochaete; Phanerochaetes; Phanerochaete chrysosporiums; Phanerochaete chrysosporium