The New Zealand species of Amanita (Fungi: Agaricales)

Abstract

The genus Amanita in New Zealand is reviewed. Fourteen species are accepted of which 10 are endemic to New Zealand. Seven new species are described: Amanita taiepa, A, nehuta, A. pekeoides, A. karea, A. mumura, A. pumatona and A. pareparina. The endemic species are placed in the Amanita sections Amanita, Vaginatae, Validae and Lepidella.