omments: A common soil and grass fungus, Fusarium moniliforme is a worldwide parasite of most
cereals and grains. While this microorganism is usually an affliction to rice, corn, bananas, watermelons,
and sugarcane, F. moniliforme is fairly opportunistic and is even known to infect animals and humans. It
is not only the spores this fungus produces that are allergenic, but the mycotoxins as well that can be
responsible for triggering allergic reactions. Because of its ubiquity, the primary method of avoidance is
by keeping indoor humidity below 55% and by avoiding agro-industrial areas during the warm season.