''Doratomyces'' (Dor-ah-toe-mice’-ees) is a genus of the fungi imperfecti, closely related to ''

Scopulariopsis ''Scopulariopsis'' is a genus of teleomorph, anamorph and holomorph, anamorphic fungi that are saprobic and pathogenic to animals. The widespread genus contains 22 species. ''Scopulariopsis'' belongs to the group Hyphomycetes. These species are c ...

''. Their conidiophores gather together to form a stalk-like inflorescence known as a

synnema A synnema (plural ''synnemata'', also ''coremia''; derivation: "Threads together") is a large, erect reproductive structure borne by some fungi, bearing compact conidiophore A conidium ( ; ), sometimes termed an asexual chlamydospore or chlamy ...

or coremia; ''Scopulariopsis'' being distinguished in their lack of such a structure. Usually associated with decay, they are usually found in association with dead wood, rotting plants, and in soil or dung. Economically, they can cause rot in potatoes, oats and corn.

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