mold (fungus)

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Scope note
General term for various fungi that produce a conspicuous, furry mass of mycelium (masses of vegetative filaments, or hyphae) and fruiting structures, particularly those of the genera Aspergillus, Penicillium, and Rhizopus, which are associated with food spoilage, plant diseases, and damage to artifacts.
mold
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024