Rhinocladiella sp

Mitosporic fungus. Hyphomycetes. Teleomorph (sexual state): Capronia (Ascomycete).

Characteristics

Distribution

Ubiquitous;
cosmopolitan.
Approx. 10 species.

Where Found

Soil, herbaceous substrates and decaying wood.

Mode of Dissemination

Dry spore.
Wind.

Growth Indoors

Occasionally found on a variety of substrates. One species is called the cellar fungus, most commonly found on brickwork and adjacent timber in wine cellars.

Industrial Uses

Not known.

Other Comments

None.

Potential Health Effects

Allergens

Not studied.

Potential Opportunist or Pathogen

Three cases of subcutaneous infection have been reported.

Potential Toxin Production

Not known.

Laboratory Notes

Growth/Culture Characteristics

Very small, slow growing colonies. May be overlooked on crowded plates.

Spore Trap Recognition

Not recognizable on spore trap slides; reported in "other colorless" category.

Tape Lift Recognition

Distinctive, and identifiable if sporulation structures are present on tape lifts.