Acremonium
Acremonium
Acremonium (pronunciation: ak-re-MO-nee-um) is a genus of fungi in the family Hypocreaceae. The genus has cosmopolitan distribution and contains approximately 100 species.
Etymology
The name "Acremonium" is derived from the Greek word "akros", meaning "highest" or "extreme", and "monos", meaning "single" or "alone". This could possibly refer to the solitary nature of the fungi's growth.
Description
Acremonium species are typically slow-growing fungi that produce compact colonies. They are known to produce a wide range of secondary metabolites, including antibiotics and other bioactive compounds. Some species are recognized as opportunistic pathogens, causing infections in humans and animals.
Related Terms
- Mycology: The scientific study of fungi.
- Hypocreaceae: The family to which Acremonium belongs.
- Pathogen: An organism that causes disease.
- Antibiotics: Drugs that fight infections caused by bacteria.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Acremonium
- Wikipedia's article - Acremonium
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