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Botrytis cinerea

This is a fungus generally found to affect fruits, grapes and strawberries. It is also known as botrytis bunch rot or grey mould. This species has a dual role in the wine industry. Grapes affected with the mould will provide a specific flavor, however, it also prohibits the growth of the yeasts making it a nuisance. It is also known to cause 'winegrower lung,' which is an allergic reaction affecting the lungs.

Full: Botrytis cinerea
Japanese: B. シネレア, B. shinerea
Type: Fungus