In the Orchidaceae family, Paphiopedilum exhibits extraordinary ornamental value and promising market prospects due to its unique appearance. However, Paphiopedilum is at risk of extinction worldwide due to slow growth rate, high environmental demands, and continuous collection by humans. Artificial seedlings can serve as a potential solution for ex situ conservation, reintroduction and commercial production. Unfortunately, artificial propagation is challenged due to low seed germination rate, slow growth rate, and limited resistance to ecological environments. Mycorrhizal symbiosis between plants and fungi has played a crucial role in the natural development of Paphiopedilum, particularly endophytic fungi, which significantly contribute to seed germination and plant growth. This article presents an analysis of features of endophytic fungi of Paphiopedilum, methods of endophytic fungi separation, types and functions of research, and the application prospects, while also outlining future research direction for the conservation of wild Paphiopedilum, seed germination and commercialization. This study aims to provide a comprehensive reference for future research on Paphiopedilum conservation, seed germination and commercialization.
| 科 Family | 属数 Number of genus | 种数 Number of species | 占总种数比例 Percentage of total species (%) | 属 Genus | 种数 Number of species | 占总种数比例 Percentage of total species (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 鹅膏菌科Amanitaceae | 2 | 11 | 5.26 | 鹅膏菌属 Amanita | 10 | 4.78 |
| 小菇科 Mycenaceae | 2 | 12 | 5.74 | 丝盖伞属 Inocybe | 5 | 2.39 |
| 多孔菌科 Polyporaceae | 8 | 14 | 6.70 | 蜡蘑属 Laccaria | 5 | 2.39 |
| 红菇科 Russulaceae | 3 | 23 | 11.00 | 小皮伞属 Marasmius | 6 | 2.87 |
| 小菇属 Mycena | 11 | 5.26 | ||||
| 光柄菇属 Pluteus | 5 | 2.39 | ||||
| 红菇属 Russula | 17 | 8.13 | ||||
| 栓菌属 Trametes | 5 | 2.39 |