Exophiala dermatitidis

**Semantic type:** Fungus

**Definition:** A species of anamorphic, thermophilic black yeast in the phylum Ascomycota that is commonly isolated from saunas, steam baths, and dish washers. E. dermatitidis is considered a human opportunistic pathogen.

**Synonyms:** - EXOPHIALA DERMATITIDIS - Wangiella dermatitidis