The dictionary provides a comprehensive list of all fungal and lichen generic names. For every accepted genus, it details:
The (officially Ainsworth & Bisby's Dictionary of the Fungi ) is widely considered the "Bible" of mycology. Since its first publication in 1943, it has served as the essential reference for the classification, nomenclature, and terminology of the fungal kingdom. Core Purpose & Scope Dictionary of the Fungi
: Recent editions, such as the 9th and 10th, moved away from conservative classification to adopt molecular phylogenetics , which has drastically changed how orders and families are defined. The dictionary provides a comprehensive list of all
: Modern versions distinguish "true fungi" from chromistan and protistan "fungus-like" organisms (like water molds), placing them in their correct eukaryotic kingdoms. Significance in Research Core Purpose & Scope : Recent editions, such
: Year of publication, distribution, and an estimate of the number of species.
: Its place within the current taxonomic hierarchy.
: Information on significant mycologists and major reference collections. Evolution of the Work