What is Stachybotrys chartarum (Stachybotrys atra)?
Stachybotrys chartarum (also known by its synonym Stachybotrys atra) is a slow growing, greenish-black mold that needs an environment of constant moisture. It grows only on wood, paper and cotton products and can be found in 2% to 5% of American homes. Under specific environmental conditions, Stachybotrys chartarum may produce several toxic chemicals called mycotoxins. These chemicals can be present in spores and small fungus fragments released into the air, but there is currently no evidence that these small levels of exposure are harmful to humans.
Stachybotrys chartarum (also known by its synonym Stachybotrys atra) is a greenish-black mold that occurs where there is moisture from water damage, excessive humidity, water leaks, condensation, water infiltration, or flooding. Leaking roofs, leaky plumbing, sewer backups, and frequently overflowing washing machines can create environments for this mold. Constant moisture is required for its growth. Stachybotrys grows only on wood, paper and cotton products and can be found in 2% to 5% of American homes. Under specific environmental conditions, stachybotrys chartarum may produce several toxic chemicals called mycotoxins. These chemicals are present on spores and small fungus fragments released into the air.
Stachybotrys chartarum (also known by its synonym Stachybotrys atra) is a greenish black mold. It can grow on material with a high cellulose and low nitrogen content, such as fiberboard, gypsum board, paper, dust, and lint. Growth occurs when there is moisture from water damage, excessive humidity, water leaks, condensation, water infiltration, or flooding. Constant moisture is required for its growth. It is not necessary, however, to determine what type of mold you may have. All molds should be treated the same with respect to potential health risks and removal.
Stachybotrys chartarum (also known by its synonym Stachybotrys atra) is a greenish-black mold. It can grow on material with a high cellulose and low nitrogen content, such as fiberboard, gypsum board, paper, dust, and lint. Growth occurs when there is moisture from water damage, excessive humidity, water leaks, condensation, water infiltration, or flooding. Constant moisture is required for its growth. It is not necessary, however, to determine what type of mold you may have. All molds should be treated the same with respect to potential health risks and removal.
A. Stachybotrys chartarum (also known by its synonym Stachybotrys atra) is a greenish-black mold. It can grow on material with a high cellulose and low nitrogen content, such as fiberboard, gypsum board, paper, dust, and lint. Growth occurs when there is moisture from water damage, excessive humidity, water leaks, condensation, water infiltration, or flooding. Constant moisture is required for its growth. It is not necessary, however, to determine what type of mold you may have. All molds should be treated the same with respect to potential health risks and removal.
