fungus

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They also questioned whether ethanol released through the barrels of whisky could cause the fungus black mould to appear.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Mucormycosis, often referred to as "black fungus," is caused by Mucorales fungi and can spread rapidly through the body.

From Science Daily • Mar. 3, 2026

But he also says the taste is on another level, with the fungus providing an umami-like richness that complements the chocolate.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 27, 2026

We know in 1845, potato fields — the primary source of food for the poor — became infested with a devastating fungus that destroyed 40% of the crop.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2026

She explains it a little bit more, saying how she could learn about chemistry and fungus and how plants interact with their environment on the cellular level.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy