Alternaria sp.
Origin: Found on living plants, soil, decaying plant matter, textiles, indoor and outdoor air and other substrates. Some are saprophytic and other species are known to cause human and/or plant diseases. Common food rot fungus.
Health affects: Often the cause of sinusitis, hay fever and asthma. Can also cause keratomycosis, skin infections, osteomyelitis, pulmonary disease and nasal septum infections.
Last Updated: 20-December-2000
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