Is Penicillium Mold Dangerous?

There are 200 species of Penicillium known. Penicillium chrysogenum is the most common specie found in indoor environments and is responsible for many allergic reactions in those with a sensitivity. Other species can produce toxins that damage internal organs and are potential carcinogens. One of the most widely known uses of Penicillium is the production drugs that halt the grow of bacteria, known as antibiotics.