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Aspergillus japonicus is a type of
aspergillus mold that thrives in outdoor environments.
It has been isolated from tropical and subtropical soils,
and has also been found in submerged organic debris.
Colonies of this species are usually purplish-black
in hue. For some authors, the aspergillus mold Aculeatus
Izuka is a variety of A. japonicus, while others regard
A.atroviolaceus Mosseray as its synonym.
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Aspergillus japonicus is a known allergenic,
which simply means it can induce hypersensitivity to
some people. While there are no reported cases of toxic
or severe illnesses relating to this mold, past studies
have isolated this fungus from cases of otitis, and
as A. aculeatus from the scrapings of the tounge of
a patient afflicted with respiratory illness.
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