Aspergillus fumigatus
Health Effects
It is a major cause of aspergillosis (5, 26). Both invasive and allergic aspergillosis are caused by this organism (26). Aspergillosis affects individuals who are immune compromised.
Growth Media
Grows well at 35° C.
Outdoor Location
Commonly found in compost piles with temperatures higher than 40° C, in mild to warm soils, and on cereals (5).
Spore Size
Conidia dimensions 2-3.5 microns (5).Fungal References
Water Activity
Mold Reference Key
| Abbreviation | Reference |
|---|---|
| Aw | Water Activity (Equilibrium relative humidity/100) |
| E | Paul Ellringer |
| MAC | McGregor Pearce - personal experience |
| NC | Neil Carlson - personal experience |
| (1-27) | Refer to Fungal Reference page |
N. Carlson 9/92; Rev. 4/93, 7/93, 9/93, 1/94, 2/94,2/95,4/95, 5/96, 7/96
