Aureobasidium bolleyi

Aureobasidium bolleyi is a species of fungus in the family Aureobasidiaceae. It is a type of yeast that is commonly found in the environment, particularly in soil and water.

Taxonomy

The genus Aureobasidium was first described by the mycologist Johann Heinrich von Thümen in 1875. The species Aureobasidium bolleyi was later named in honor of the botanist William James Beal, who made significant contributions to the study of fungi.

Description

Aureobasidium bolleyi is a yeast-like fungus that forms colonies which are initially cream-colored but darken to black as they mature. The cells are oval to elongated in shape and reproduce by forming budding cells.

Habitat and distribution

Aureobasidium bolleyi is a ubiquitous organism that is found in a wide range of habitats, including soil, water, and plant surfaces. It has been isolated from various locations around the world, indicating that it has a wide geographical distribution.

Role in the environment

As a common environmental fungus, Aureobasidium bolleyi plays a role in the decomposition of organic matter. It is also known to be a plant pathogen, causing diseases in a variety of plants.

Human health implications

While Aureobasidium bolleyi is generally not harmful to humans, it can cause infections in individuals with weakened immune systems. These infections can range from mild skin conditions to more serious systemic infections.

See also

• List of Aureobasidium species
• Fungal taxonomy
• Mycology