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Different Kinds of Black Mold

Toxic black mold is the most dangerous and rare type of mold. Black mold has a distinctive greenish black coloring in comparison to other mild forms of mold and mildew. This mold can produce harmful toxins that can negatively affect overall health and even cause death. There are several different strains of black mold to be aware of.

  1. Mycotoxins

    • Mycotoxins are the harmful spores produced by toxic black mold, and they enter bodies through the respiratory system. Mycotoxins are extremely toxic to human beings, severely affect health and increase susceptibility to infection.

    Stachybotrys

    • According to the Clean Water Partners Environmental Law Experts, Stachybotrys is a type of black mold "found on wet cellulose type materials and causes harmful effects to health of people and animals." The effects of Stachybotrys range by the different strains; one particular strain is deadly to animals, and another can cause bleeding in the lungs and even death among infants. Stachybotrys can grow in hard to find areas such as the back of walls and under ceilings.

    Memnoniella

    • Memnoniella is another type of toxic mold that is usually found along with Stachybotrys. It is similar to Stachybotrys and can produce toxins that are just as harmful to both animals and humans.

    Aspergillus

    • Aspergillus is a species of mold with more than 160 varieties. This species of toxic mold grows in decomposing organic material and feeds on rotting matter. Aspergillus infections can cause serious health issues, requiring extensive medical treatment.

    Cladosporium

    • Cladosporium mold grows on many natural surfaces, including food, plants and soil. Human contact with this toxic mold can cause nail and skin infections or lung disease if the toxic mold is inhaled over long periods of time.

    Fusarium

    • Fusarium is a toxic mold that is particularly harmful to the eyes. According to The Toxic Mold Advisor website, "Fusarium can infect the eye, skin, and nails. It also can cause diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and excessive internal hemorrhaging. It mimics estrogen in the human body and can attack the reproductive organs."

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