Martínez-Gil R., Janošík L., Eckstein J., Hernanz J.
Vol. 18 () – 28 octobre 2026
doi: 10.25664/art-0442
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Abstract: Lamprospora marceliana infecting the moss Bryum canariense is described as a new species based on morphological, ecological, and phylogenetic analyses. Detailed photographs of the diagnostic structures are provided, along with data on its distribution and ecology. The differences between this new taxon and other bryophilous Pezizales with similar ascospore ornamentation are discussed.
The genus Lamprospora De Not. (Pyronemataceae, Pezizales) comprises a specialized group of operculate ascomycetes characterized by an obligate bryophilous lifestyle, parasitizing a wide range of mosses and liverworts. Within the bryophilous Pezizales, it is closely related to genera such as Octospora Hedw., Neottiella (Cooke) Sacc., Octosporella Döbbeler, Filicupula Y.J. Yao & Spooner, and Octosporopsis U. Lindemann & M. Vega. Morphologically, members of Lamprospora are characterized by their small, sessile, disc-shaped apothecia […]