What is another word for thielavia?
Pronunciation: [θiːlˈavi͡ə] (IPA) 
Thielavia is a genus of fungi that belongs to the Ascomycota phylum. This group of filamentous fungi is characterized by their ability to produce spores in specialized sacs called asci. Some synonyms for Thielavia include Graphium, Microascus, and Arthroderma. Graphium was previously used to refer to certain species of Thielavia that produce spindle-shaped ascospores. Microascus is another synonym used for Thielavia, and it was originally used to name species that produce oval-shaped ascospores. Arthroderma is yet another synonym for Thielavia, and it is typically used to refer to species that cause skin infections in humans. Thielavia species are found worldwide and play significant roles in various ecosystems.
