Fusarium is commonly found outdoors in vegetation. However, from time to time it may be brought indoors where it can grow and thrive if the conditions are right. Fusarium is a mold that is usually white and fuzzy, but later grows to a pinkish hue. It grows rapidly in a moist environment. Home humidifiers are often a source of Fusarium mold. The most common conditions from exposure to Fusarium are: Eye infection Skin and Nail Infection Additionally, some strains of Fusarium may cause … [Read more...]

If you really want to find the mold Aspergillus, the outdoors in decaying plants is the ideal place to look. While it may also be present on living plants, it prefers decaying vegetation. Most Aspergillus molds will have a powdery textured appearance. However, different species of Aspergillus can have very different appearances. Some of the species grow slowly, but most species of Aspergillus grow rapidly. After about a week at the optimum temperature, the mold will have grown to .3" to 3.5" in … [Read more...]