What is another word for neurospora?
Pronunciation: [njˈuːɹəspˌɔːɹə] (IPA) 
Neurospora is a genus of filamentous fungi that includes over 35 species. Although the term "Neurospora" itself refers to a specific species, colloquially it is often used to refer to any of the species within this genus. As with many scientific terms, there are synonyms for this word that may be used interchangeably among scientists or in different contexts. Some of these synonyms include crassa, galactica, sitophila, tetrasperma, and discreta. Each of these synonyms refers to a distinct species of fungus within the Neurospora genus, although they share many characteristics in common. Understanding these synonyms and their associated species is an important aspect of scientific research on fungi and their roles in ecology and biotechnology.
