Acremonium
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A genus of fungi in the family Hypocreaceae
Acremonium is a genus of fungi in the family Hypocreaceae. It is known for its production of antibiotics and mycotoxins. Species of Acremonium are commonly found in soil and decaying plant material.
Morphology[edit | edit source]
Acremonium species are characterized by their slow-growing, compact, and moist colonies. The hyphae are fine and hyaline, and the conidia are typically produced in slimy heads. These fungi are known for their simple, unbranched conidiophores.
Pathogenicity[edit | edit source]
Some species of Acremonium are known to be opportunistic pathogens in humans, causing infections such as mycetoma, onychomycosis, and keratitis. These infections are more common in immunocompromised individuals.
Industrial Importance[edit | edit source]
Acremonium species are important in the production of cephalosporin antibiotics. The genus is also studied for its role in the production of mycotoxins, which can have significant impacts on agriculture and food safety.
Ecology[edit | edit source]
Acremonium is widely distributed in nature, particularly in soil and decaying vegetation. It plays a role in the decomposition of organic matter and nutrient cycling in ecosystems.
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