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Mucor hiemalis

Wehmer

Sufu mould, Pehtze mould

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Mucor hiemalis is among the zygosporic fungi found in unspoiled foods. It has different industrial importance as biotransforming agents of pharmacological and chemical compounds.

Description

A fungus in the family Mucoraceae.

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Edible Uses

A mould used for the production of sufu and pehtze.

Traditional Uses

A mould used for the production of sufu and pehtze.

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References (1)

  • Facciola, S., 1998, Cornucopia 2: a Source Book of Edible Plants. Kampong Publications, p 252

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