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Mucor

Mold that is common to the Tampa Bay area.

Where Mucor Mold Grows:

Mucor can grow on many surfaces including soil, plants, rotten vegetable matter and rotten fruits. It is a quickly growing fungus and grows rapidly in temperatures from 77 to 86 Fahrenheit. Mucor is typically found on and in:

• Soil
• Plants
• Vegetable Matter
• Rotten Fruit

What Mucor Mold Looks Like:

Mucor is a fluffy mold that resembles cotton candy. It typically grows to a height of .5" to 2". The color of mucor is initially white and slowly develops a brown or grey color over time.

Mucor Mold Health Risks:

Mucor is typically a non-hazardous species, however there are a few species of Mucor that do produce toxins. Toxic Mucor mold can cause Zygomycosis, a group of infections that include nasal infections, arthritis, kidney infections, gastritis and pulmonary infections.

Symptoms of Zygomycosis:

• Acute Sinsusitis
• Eye Swelling
• Fever
• Cough
• Fever
• Abdominal Pain
• Side Pain

Mucor Mold Pictures:

How To Clean Alternaria Mold:

When dealing with a mold problem, it is always best to consult a certified mold removal company. Did you know that most mold problems are covered by insurance?

Call DriRite of Tampa today at (813) 283-2202 for a free estimate and insurance claim consult.

Similar Looking Molds:

• Aspergillus
• Penicillium
• Alternaria
• Cladosporium