Rust Fungi of Australia

Rust Fungi of Australia, an interactive key for species of plant pathogenic rust fungi (Pucciniomycotina) known from Australia. Rust fungi parasitise a wide range of host plants including ferns, conifers and angiosperms. Worldwide, there are about 8000 species of rust fungi and approximately 200 generic names have been proposed.

With Rust Fungi of Australia you will be able to:

Use the interactive Lucid key to quickly and accurately identify species of rust fungi found in Australia.
Access comprehensive information for each species, including descriptions, field photos, scanned specimens and light micrographs.
Browse information by species and also view supplementary information including a host index and list of references.