Preferred Term:
brown-rot fungi
Definition:
A group of decay fungi that are able to degrade cellulose and hemicellulose in wood, but not lignin. Compare with white rot fungi.
Concept Schemes:
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Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- brown rot fungi
- brown-rot fungus
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/20087
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