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Mycoderma sp

Lactic mycoderma

Cryptococcaceae Edible: Fungus - cheese

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Description

A fungus in the Cryptococcaceae family that grows on the surface of certain cheeses as they cure.

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Edible Uses

The fungus grows on cheese surfaces during the curing process and is consumed as part of the finished cheese.

Traditional Uses

The microorganism grows on the surface of certain cheeses as they cure.

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References (1)

  • Facciola, S., 1998, Cornucopia 2: a Source Book of Edible Plants. Kampong Publications, p 251

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