Synonym and Classification Data for Acaulium spp. This genus name is obsolete. This genus is a mould that lacks a known sexual state and thus belongs to the Fungi Imperfecti. Species in this genus Acaulium anomalum (obsolete)This obsolete species is a synonym of Scopulariopsis brevicaulis Acaulium insectivorum (obsolete)This obsolete species is a synonym of Scopulariopsis brevicaulis
Read MoreBerkhout, 1923 nom. cons. Taxonomic Classification Kingdom: Fungi Phylum: Zygomycota Subphylum: Zygomycotina Class: Zygomycetes Order: Mucorales Family: Mucoraceae Genus: Absidia Description and Natural Habitats Absidia spp. are filamentous fungi that are cosmopolitan and ubiquitous in nature as common environmental contaminants. They are found in plant debris and soil, as well as being isolated from foods and indoor air environment. They often cause food spoilage. Species The genus Absidia currently contains 21 species. The most commonly isolated species is Absidia corymbifera. It is the only recognized pathogen among the other Absidia species. Thus, the salient features of Absidia corymbifera only will […]
Read MoreSynonym and Classification Data for Absidia spp. This genus is a zygomecetous mould. See also the detailed description page for this genus. Species in this genus Absidia coerulea Absidia corymbifera A. ramosa is an obsolete synonym of this species. Mucor corymbifer is an obsolete synonym of this species. Absidia cylindrospora Absidia glauca Absidia ramosa (obsolete)This obsolete species is a synonym of A. corymbifera Absidia spinosa
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