About Chaetomium globosum CBS 148.51 (GCA_000143365)

Chaetomium globosum is a well-known mesophilic member of the Chaetomiaceae family of molds. It is a saprophytic fungus that primarily resides on plants, soil, straw, and dung. Endophytic C. globosum assists in cellulose decomposition of plant cells. They are found in habitats ranging from forest plants to mountain soils across various biomes. C. globosum colonies can also be found indoors and on wooden products.

C. globosum are human allergens and opportunistic agents of ungual mycosis and neurological infections. However such illnesses occur at low rates.

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Taxonomy ID 306901

Data source The Genome Sequencing Platform, The Genome Assembly Team

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