Monodictys species

A rapidly-growing fungus that produces a green, greenish-blue, lavender, dark gray, blackish-brown or black colony within five to seven days, when incubated at 25oC (77oF). It is found worldwide and can be isolated from air, soil, dead or decaying plants, rotten wood, damp linoleum, damp paper, damp burlap, and feathers. There have not been any reports of human infections.

Back to Glossary Index Page