Draft genome sequencing and assembly of Favolaschia claudopus CIRM-BRFM 2984 isolated from oak limbs

TL;DR

This paper presents the genome sequence of Favolaschia claudopus, an invasive fungus found in Europe, to help understand its spread.

Contribution

The study provides a new genome assembly for Favolaschia claudopus, offering insights into its genetic makeup and invasive potential.

Findings

The genome of Favolaschia claudopus strain CIRM-BRFM 2984 was sequenced and assembled.

The genome has a large size and a high number of protein-coding genes, similar to other Mycenaceae species.

The data may help explain the fungus's successful global spread.

Abstract

Favolaschia claudopus, a wood-inhabiting basidiomycete of the Mycenaceae family, is considered an invasive species that has recently spread from Oceania to Europe. The CIRM-BRFM 2984 strain of this fungus was originally isolated from a basidiome collected from the fallen limb of a decayed oak tree in Southwest France. The genome sequence of this strain shared characteristics with other Mycenaceae species, including a large genome size and enriched content of protein-coding genes. The genome sequence provided here will facilitate further investigation on the factors that contribute to the successful global dissemination of F. claudopus.

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