Description
Genus and Species: Aspergillus niger
Optimal Growth Medium: Potato Dextrose Agar
Optimal Growth Temperature: 25° C
Package: Plate
Biosafety Level: 1
Fungal Rank: Ascomycetes
This fungi culture (rank: Ascomycetes) is a common airborne contaminant with black conidia. It is occasionally pathogenic on squash. It is cultured on potato dextrose agar on a plate at 25° C. Each culture contains enough material for a class of 30 students. Cultures are guaranteed as to genera and purity. Fungi cultures are labeled by name and media on which they are cultivated. Fungi should be incubated at room temp (25° C). Special packaging and transportation costs are extra.