Facts About Stachybotrys chartarum What to know Stachybotrys chartarum is a greenish-black mold. It can grow on material with a high cellulose content, such as fiberboard, gypsum board, and paper. Growth occurs when there is moisture from water damage, water leaks, condensation, water infiltration, or flooding. Constant moisture is required for its growth.
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Black Mold IS Toxic?Black Mold IS Toxic?
According to the CDC, To date, NO possible association between acute idiopathic pulmonary hemorrhage among infants and Stachybotrys chartarum has been proven. Further studies are needed to determine what causes acute idiopathic hemorrhage.
Mold SamplingMold Sampling
The EPA has NEVER approved mold sampling. There are NO Standards or Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) for airborne concentrations of mold, or mold spores. Currently, there are no EPA regulations or standards for airborne mold contaminants. Read More