Rhizomucor miehei
Encyclopedia
Rhizomucor miehei is a species of fungus
. It is commercially used to produce enzymes which can be used to produce a microbial rennet to curd milk and produce cheese.
Fungus
A fungus is a member of a large group of eukaryotic organisms that includes microorganisms such as yeasts and molds , as well as the more familiar mushrooms. These organisms are classified as a kingdom, Fungi, which is separate from plants, animals, and bacteria...
. It is commercially used to produce enzymes which can be used to produce a microbial rennet to curd milk and produce cheese.
External links
- Index Fungorum listing