tulostomatales (Meaning)
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tulostomatales (n)
an order of fungi belonging to the class Gasteromycetes
Synonyms & Antonyms of tulostomatales
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
tulostomatales Sentence Examples
- Tulostomatales encompasses a group of gasteromycetes characterized by their unique spore release mechanism.
- These fungi exhibit a wide distribution across various habitats, including forests, grasslands, and deserts.
- The fruiting bodies of Tulostomatales are typically round or pear-shaped, with a firm, leathery texture.
- Inside the fruiting body, the spores develop in a central cavity known as the gleba.
- When the gleba matures, it ruptures along specific lines, releasing the spores through a puffing mechanism.
- This spore dispersal strategy is highly efficient in reaching remote areas and colonizing new substrates.
- Members of Tulostomatales often form symbiotic relationships with specific plants, aiding in nutrient acquisition.
- The genus Tulostoma is the most well-known representative of the Tulostomatales order.
- The species Tulostoma brumale is commonly known as the "fairy puffball" due to its small size and ephemeral appearance.
- The study of Tulostomatales contributes to our understanding of fungal ecology, spore dispersal, and their role in ecosystems.
FAQs About the word tulostomatales
an order of fungi belonging to the class Gasteromycetes
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Tulostomatales encompasses a group of gasteromycetes characterized by their unique spore release mechanism.
These fungi exhibit a wide distribution across various habitats, including forests, grasslands, and deserts.
The fruiting bodies of Tulostomatales are typically round or pear-shaped, with a firm, leathery texture.
Inside the fruiting body, the spores develop in a central cavity known as the gleba.
