Ulocladium species Ulocladium (you-low-clay-dee-um) is a genus of saprophytic, darkly pigmented fungi. Ulocladium species are cosmopolitan and are commonly found in the soil and on decaying herbaceous plants, paper, textiles, dung, emulsion paint, grasses, fibres and wood. In buildings, Ulocladium is commonly found in damp or wet areas such as bathrooms, kitchens and basements and […]
Trichoderma
Trichoderma species Trichoderma is a very common fungi present in nearly all soils. It contains many species and strains, of which some are saprophytic while others are pathogenic to other fungi such as Pythium. Trichoderma is also an opportunistic pathogen to humans and has been reported in the infection of immune-compromised children. Trichoderma are widely […]
Stachybotrys: Was it the Cause of Death of Infants in Cleveland, Ohio, USA?
Stachybotrys species When black mold is found growing in houses or commercial buildings, people panic. Black mold is thought by the general public to be Stachybotrys chartarum or simply the ‘bad mold’. The truth is there are several molds that appear black and most of them are relatively harmless. Stachybotrys chartarum is a cellulose-degrading fungus […]
Sistotrema- Common on wet decaying window or door joinery
Sistotrema species Sistotrema brinkmanii Sistotrema brinkmanii is widespread. It is a basidiomycete commonly found on wood. In buildings it is common on wet decaying window/door joinery. Most basidiomycetes are not normally encountered as moulds, but a few, such as Sistotrema brinkmanii may be encountered in the laboratory. Health Effects Associated With Sistotrema brinkmanii Little is known […]
Scopulariopsis health effects
Scopulariopsis species Scopulariopsis is a large group comprised of a number of species commonly found in soil, decaying wood, and various other plant and animal products. Scopulariopsis species in indoor environment In indoor environments it is found on damp walls, cellulose board and wallpaper; wood; floor and mattress dust. Species of Scopulariopsis has also been […]
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