👉 Cercidospora is a genus of fungi in the family Nocardiales, which belongs to a group known for their ability to cause serious diseases in plants and animals. They are characterized by their large spores that can be up to 20 micrometers long, which they release through their hyphae. These spores are highly infectious and can lead to severe infections in various hosts, including humans, domesticated animals, and even non-human primates.