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Geastraceae

Geastraceae

The Geastraceae family includes various earthstar fungi, which are primarily found in traditional Chinese medicine. While there are no specific traditional uses or practices associated with these species, recent studies have contributed to their taxonomic understanding. Four new Geastrum species were identified based on morphological and molecular evidence from collections in China, enhancing the genus's classification. Additionally, a novel species, *Geastrum sanglinense*, was described through genetic and morphological characteristics, further expanding knowledge of this family. Scientifically, these findings are preliminary and primarily focused on taxonomy rather than medicinal applications or efficacy. No significant safety concerns or drug interactions have been recorded for Geastraceae species to date.

At a glance
Best evidence
D
Cautions
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Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.

What the science says

  • The study identified and described four new Geastrum species based on morphological characteristics and molecular evidence from collections in China. D PMID
  • The interaction between conservation tillage and nitrogen fertilization significantly influenced prokaryotic and fungal community structures at different soil depths. D PMID
  • The study identified seven new species of Geastrum within four sections, contributing to the genus's taxonomic understanding. D PMID
  • A novel species of earthstar, Geastrum sanglinense, has been described from China, distinguishing it through genetic and morphological characteristics. D PMID
  • This study describes three new Geastrum species from Northeast and East China and updates the genus' taxonomy based on molecular and morphological analyses. D PMID
  • A new species of Geastrum, Geastrumsuae sp. nov., has been identified based on morphological characteristics and phylogenetic analysis. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Geastraceae?

Geastraceae (Geastraceae) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.

What does the scientific evidence say about Geastraceae?

6 sourced findings are recorded for Geastraceae; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study identified and described four new Geastrum species based on morphological characteristics and molecular evidence from collections in China.

How strong is the evidence for Geastraceae?

The strongest finding for Geastraceae carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Geastraceae safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Geastraceae in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Geastraceae interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Geastraceae in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

What are the common names of Geastraceae?

Geastraceae is also known as: Звездовиковые, Géastracées.

Is Geastraceae a proven treatment?

No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.

Sources

  1. T2 Interaction Between Conservation Tillage and Nitrogen Fertilization Shapes Prokaryotic and Fungal Diversity at Different Soil Depths: Evidence From a 23-Year Field Experiment in the Mediterranean Area. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Seven New Species of the Genus Geastrum (Geastrales, Geastraceae) in China. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Geastrumsuae sp. nov. (Geastraceae, Basidiomycota) a new species from Yunnan Province, China. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Geastrum sanglinense, a new species from the Manghe Rhesus Monkey National Nature Reserve, China. literature abstract metadata
  5. T2 Morphology and multigene phylogeny revealed four new species of Geastrum (Geastrales, Basidiomycota) from China. literature abstract metadata
  6. T2 Revisiting infrageneric concepts in Geastrum (Geastraceae, Geastrales) with three new species. literature abstract metadata