Many fungi and microorganisms have been domesticated by humans for use in food production, medicine, and research. The following is a list of domesticated fungi and microorganisms:
Organism
Use
Agaricus bisporus Eaten; "Button mushroom" or "portabello mushroom".[ 1]
Aspergillus oryzae Fermentation of traditional Japanese foods and beverages.[ 2]
bacteria (for cheese , yogurt , kephir , buttermilk , sour cream , kombucha tea, spirulina )
Lactic acid bacteria Fermentation of dairy, plants, and meats.[ 3]
Lactobacillus delbrueckii Production of yogurt (Bulgaria).[ 3]
Lactococcus casei Production of cheese (with a fruity flavor).[ 3]
Lactococcus helveticus Production of cheese, including swiss cheese .[ 3]
Lactococcus lactis Production of cheese.[ 3]
Leuconostoc mesenteroides Fermentation of sauerkraut .[ 3]
Moulds (for making cheese , tempeh , Quorn , Pu-erh and some sausages )
Edible mushrooms Food
Oenococcus oeni Involved in wine fermentation.[ 3]
Saccharomyces cerevisiae Fermentation of beer and wine; leavening of bread.[ 4]
Streptococcus thermophilus Production of yogurt (France, United Kingdom).[ 3]
Yeasts Baking, winemaking, brewing
Ustilago maydis Huitlacoche
Research and medicine
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Organism
Use
bacteria Chemical production
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