Chaetomium globosum is a well known mesophilic member of the Chaetomiaceae family of molds. It is a saprophytic fungus that primarily resides on plants, soil, straw, and dung. Endophytic C. globosum assists in cellulose decomposition of plant cells.[1] They are found in habitats ranging from forest plants to mountain soils across various biomes.[2][3][4] C. globosum colonies can also be found indoors and on wooden products.[5][6]
C. globosum are human allergens and oppurtunitistic agents of ungual mycosis and neurological infections. However such illnesses occur at low rates.[6][7]