Effects of phosphorus concentration on the growth and enzyme production of Phanerochaete chrysosporium

► The phosphorus content impacts on white-rot fungus growth and enzyme production. ► There is a relationship between the consumption of phosphorus and fungal growth. ► The optimal KH2PO4 content ensures white-rot fungus growth and higher MnP yields. ► The high phosphorus content limit MnP yields by white-rot fungus.