Fusarium
Fusarium
Fusarium (pronounced: fyoo-ZAY-ree-uhm) is a genus of filamentous fungi widely distributed in soil and associated with plants. Most species are harmless saprobes, and are relatively abundant members of the soil microbial community. Some species produce mycotoxins in cereal crops that can affect human and animal health if they enter the food chain. The main toxins produced by these Fusarium species are fumonisins and trichothecenes.
Etymology
The term "Fusarium" comes from Latin "fusus" meaning spindle. The name refers to the shape of the conidia that these fungi produce, which are often elongated and spindle-shaped.
Related Terms
- Mycotoxin: A toxic compound produced by fungi, some of which are produced by Fusarium species.
- Fumonisin: A type of mycotoxin produced by Fusarium species.
- Trichothecene: Another type of mycotoxin produced by Fusarium species.
- Conidia: A type of asexual spore produced by many fungi, including Fusarium species.
- Saprobe: An organism that obtains its nutrients from non-living organic matter, often decaying material. Many Fusarium species are saprobes.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fusarium
- Wikipedia's article - Fusarium
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