Question

Which of the following fungi is also known as the kerosene fungus?

• A. Myriostoma colifomis
• B. Amorpbotbeca resinae
• C. Birch bracket
• D. Common morel

Answer 1

The correct option is B Amorpbotbeca resinae

The ‘Kerosene Fungus’ has become of importance because of its association with aviation fuels. It was Hendey in 1964 who coined the name ‘kerosene fungus’ but prior to this, the fungus had been known as the ‘creosote fungus’ (Marsden, 1954) because of its association with creosoted timbers. This fungus exists in two states; the imperfect or asexual state Cladosporium resinae (Lindau), and the perfect or sexual state Amorphotheca resinae.

So, the correct answer is 'Amorpbotbeca resinae'.