Among the spores' clouds: A checklist for Lycoperdon subgenus Morganella in Brazil with a key for the world's species, and an initial overview of Lycoperdon Pers. in Bahia1

Over the years, many studies with Lycoperdon have been carried out in Brazil, but none include the state of Bahia, one of the states with the largest number of biomes in the country. The aim of this study is to present the first occurrences of this genus for the state of Bahia and provide a checklist for the species of this subgenus cited for Brazil and a taxonomic key for all species in the world. Collections were made in the municipalities of Elísio Medrado, Miguel Calmon, Mucugê, Igrapiúna, and Uruçuca. After analysis, three species were identified: Lycoperdon arenicola, L. fuligineum, and L. nudum. All species characterize the first occurrences for the state of Bahia. Descriptions, photos, and SEM of the analyzed material are provided. In addition, a checklist and taxonomic key for subgenus Morganella are provided.