Cephalosporium

Cephalosporium

Cephalosporium is a genus of fungi that belongs to the family Nectriaceae. It is known for producing a group of antibiotics called cephalosporins.

Pronunciation

Cephalosporium is pronounced as sef-uh-loh-spohr-ee-uhm.

Etymology

The term "Cephalosporium" is derived from the Greek words "kephale" meaning "head" and "spora" meaning "seed". This is in reference to the shape of the spores produced by the fungi in this genus.

Related Terms

• Cephalosporins: A group of antibiotics derived from the fungi of the genus Cephalosporium. They are used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections.
• Nectriaceae: The family of fungi to which the genus Cephalosporium belongs.
• Fungi: A kingdom of eukaryotic organisms that includes microorganisms such as yeasts and molds, as well as the more familiar mushrooms.

Cephalosporins

Cephalosporins are a class of beta-lactam antibiotics, which are used in the treatment of various bacterial infections. They are derived from the fungus Cephalosporium acremonium.

Nectriaceae

Nectriaceae is a family of fungi, most of which are plant pathogens. The family includes the genera Cephalosporium, Fusarium, and Nectria, among others.

Fungi

Fungi are a group of eukaryotic organisms that includes microorganisms such as yeasts and molds, as well as the more familiar mushrooms. They are classified as a kingdom separate from plants, animals, and bacteria.

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