Explore the recorded discovery and history of Epidermophyton floccosum, with source links and stated limits.
A human-associated dermatophyte affecting skin and nails, with characteristic clustered macroconidia. Skin and nail infection are relevant here. Hair invasion is not assigned to this profile.
The selected sources do not establish the first person ever infected. Naming, recognition and biological origin are separate questions.
Source check: 2026-09-21. Educational content; independent scientific review remains pending.