Kluyveromyces marxianus
(E. C. Hansen) Van der Wait (1971)
Primary yeast, Nutritional yeast
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Summary
Source: WikipediaKluyveromyces marxianus in ascomycetous yeast and member of the genus, Kluyveromyces. It is the sexual stage (teleomorph) of Atelosaccharomyces pseudotropicalis also known as Candida kefyr. This species has a homothallic mating system and is often isolated from dairy products.
Description
A yeast in the Saccharomycetaceae family used for food production and as a nutritional supplement.
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Edible Uses
The yeast is grown on cheese whey or molasses to produce food yeast used as a nutritional supplement. Genetically modified strains produce the enzyme chymosin, which is used as a rennet in cheese making.
Traditional Uses
The yeast is grown on cheese whey or molasses to produce food yeast. This is used as a nutritional supplement. Genetically modified strains produce an enzyme chymosin used as a rennet in cheese making.
Synonyms
References (2)
- Facciola, S., 1998, Cornucopia 2: a Source Book of Edible Plants. Kampong Publications, p 253
- Uphof,
