Toxic Species of Penicillium Common in Food

Abstract

Brief descriptions are presented of six toxigenic Penicillium species: P. cyclopium, P. viridicatum, P. islandicum, P. expansum, P. citrinum and P. urticae. The profiles are based on previous studies in which mold flora were determined in various stored and dried foods. The toxic metabolites of these Penicillium species are also reviewed.