👉 Avenionia is a genus of fungi that belongs to the family Ascomycota, commonly known as the yeasts. These fungi are characterized by their long, slender bodies and their ability to produce a wide variety of yeasts. Some examples include the common yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae), which are used in brewing and baking, while other genera like the oenophytic yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) are cultivated for their use in food production.