Phanerochaete burtii is a species of fungus in the family Phanerochaetaceae. It was originally described as Peniophora burtii by Romell ex Burt in 1926, and later transferred to the genus Phanerochaete by Parmasto in 1967.
Description
The fungus presents as a thin, resupinate (crust-like) fungus with a smooth, pale orange to greyish-orange surface. As it matures, the surface becomes strongly cracked, exposing a white interior. Loosely attached hyphal strands are present along the margins.
Ecology and Pathogenicity
Phanerochaete burtii is a plant pathogen known to infect plane trees (Platanus species). It also plays a role in wood decomposition, contributing to the natural recycling of nutrients in forest environments by breaking down lignin in dead wood.
Taxonomy
In 2008, mycologist Karen K. Nakasone concluded that samples of Corticium lloydii represent the same species, with the correct modern name being Phanerochaete burtii.
Synonyms
- Peniophora burtii Romell ex Burt (1926) (basionym)
- Grandiniella burtii (Romell) Burds. (1977)
- Corticium lloydii Nakasone (2008)
