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Stachybotrys chartarum
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Black Mold
A fungus associated with poor air quality indoors. Economically, it can be a concern when considering the purchase of a water damaged building. Its scientific name is Stachybotrys chartarum.
Stachybotrys chartarum

See black mold.
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1994) Stachybotrys atra growth and toxin production in some building materials and fodder under different relative humidities.
Toxic mould syndrome--can the link be proved? Making a definitive ... by Ashcroft, Carol / Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand
Stachybotrys chartarum and Stachybotrys atra produce toxins and pose high health threats.
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Common effects from molds such as stachybotrys atra, penecillium, cladosporium and several strains of aspergillius, are asthma, pneumonitis, upper respiratory problems, sinusitis, dry cough, skin rashes, stomach upset, headaches, disorientation and bloody noses.
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