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  1. Rhizopus - Wikipedia

    Rhizopus is a genus of common saprophytic fungi on plants and specialized parasites on animals. They are found in a wide variety of organic substances, including "mature fruits and vegetables", [2] jellies, …

  2. Rhizopus | Characteristics, Species & Uses | Britannica

    Several species, including Rhizopus stolonifer (the common bread mold), have industrial importance, and a number are responsible for diseases in plants and animals.

  3. Rhizopus Species - Doctor Fungus

    Rhizopus is a cosmopolitan filamentous fungus found in soil, decaying fruit and vegetables, animal feces, and old bread. While Rhizopus spp. are common contaminants, they are also occasional …

  4. Rhizopus Characteristics, Species, Life Cycle and Effects | Mold Busters

    Rhizopus is a type of mold that is often found on bread, fruit, soil, and dust. It is a type of mold that can be easily identified because it looks like a dense layer of cotton on the food’s surface. This type of …

  5. Rhizopus - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics

    Rhizopus is a genus of fungi in the class Zygomycetes, known for its complex metabolism and ability to decompose dead plant material. It is utilized in the production of fermented foods and beverages, as …

  6. What is Rhizopus? Features, Structure and Reproduction - Biology …

    Rhizopus is a type of fungus that belongs to the class Zygomycetes, as its species produce zygospore in the sexual reproductive phase. They are also called bread, black or pin mould.

  7. Rhizopus | Springer Nature Link (formerly SpringerLink)

    Apr 23, 2025 · Rhizopus is a genus of fungi belonging to the order Mucorales of the phylum Zygomycetes. Within this group, Rhizopus is one of the most well-known and extensively studied …

  8. Rhizopus Structure and Reproduction: A Detailed Examination

    Rhizopus, a genus of common fungi primarily found in soil and decaying organic matter, holds significant importance in both ecological systems and various industries. Its robust nature and rapid …

  9. Rhizopus | Research Starters - EBSCO

    Rhizopus is a genus of filamentous fungi, commonly known as molds, that primarily thrive on dead organic matter, such as decaying fruits, vegetables, and other decomposing materials.

  10. Rhizopus: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis

    Jul 26, 2023 · Rhizopus is a genus of fungi belonging to the phylum Zygomycota and the class Mucoromycotina. It is one of the most well-known and common genera of the Mucoraceae family. …