The airborne spores of Cladosporium species are significant allergens, and in large amounts they can severely affect people with asthma and other respiratory diseases. Cladosporium species produce no major mycotoxins of concern, but do produce volatile organic compounds (VOCs) associated with odours.
Cladosporium species airborne spores are known allergens and can cause respiratory problems in people with asthma and other respiratory diseases. They do not produce significant mycotoxins but do release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) which contribute to odor.