geastrum (Meaning)
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geastrum (n)
type genus of Geastraceae; fungi whose outer peridium when dry splits into starlike segments
Synonyms & Antonyms of geastrum
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geastrum Sentence Examples
- The unusual shape of the geastrum mushroom resembles a starburst.
- Geastrum species are often referred to as earth stars due to their unique appearance.
- The exoperidium of a geastrum splits open at maturity, revealing the endoperidium.
- Geastrum spores are released through a small opening called the stoma.
- The outer layer of a geastrum mushroom is typically covered in small, wart-like bumps.
- The hygroscopic nature of geastrum spores allows them to disperse in humid conditions.
- Geastrum mushrooms are found worldwide, in a variety of habitats.
- The scientific name "geastrum" comes from the Greek words "gea" (earth) and "astron" (star).
- The fungus Geastrum fornicatum is commonly known as the five-rayed earth star.
- Geastrum species are important decomposers in forest ecosystems, aiding in the breakdown of organic matter.
FAQs About the word geastrum
type genus of Geastraceae; fungi whose outer peridium when dry splits into starlike segments
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The unusual shape of the geastrum mushroom resembles a starburst.
Geastrum species are often referred to as earth stars due to their unique appearance.
The exoperidium of a geastrum splits open at maturity, revealing the endoperidium.
Geastrum spores are released through a small opening called the stoma.
