Family Aspergillaceae (Noun)
Meaning
Family of fungi including some common molds.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The family Aspergillaceae is a diverse group of fungi commonly found on decaying organic matter.
- Aspergillaceae comprises over 130 genera of fungi that are often observed as common molds in various environments.
- Fungi in the Aspergillaceae family can also cause aspergillosis, a condition that affects people with weakened immune systems.
- Aspergillic acid was first isolated from a species in the Aspergillaceae family of fungi.
- Members of the Aspergillaceae family are essential decomposers of organic matter and play a vital role in the ecosystem.