Black mold, scientifically known as Stachybotrys chartarum (also Stachybotrys atra), is a type of fungus commonly found in damp or water-damaged buildings. It is particularly notorious because of its potential health hazards and its dark,

Florida homes are likely to have mold due to high humidity levels in the summer. Mold can appear as slightly fuzzy, discolored, or slimy patches that increase in size as they grow. Signs of mold