Genus Microsporum (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of fungus of the family Moniliaceae; causes ringworm.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Ringworm infections are typically caused by fungi in the genus Microsporum.
- Microsporum species exhibit multigene families which contribute to antifungal resistance.
- Some genus Microsporum species survive long-term on inanimate objects, making environmental disinfection essential.
- Microsporum canis is a species of fungus in the genus Microsporum that causes ringworm in pets and humans.
- The genus Microsporum includes various species of dermatophytes causing diseases in animals and humans.