👉 Albugo is a genus of fungi that belongs to the family Ascomycota, commonly known as true fungi. They are characterized by their complex fungal mycelia and their ability to produce spores through a process called ascospore formation. The most well-known species of albugo is "Aspergillus niger," which is associated with the production of the classic white mold in many environments, including wood, paper, and fabrics.
Albugo