apiosoma

/ˌaɪpiˈɒzɒmə/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of fungi, particularly those that cause a disease in plants.

“The apiosoma fungus had a devastating impact on the local orchard.”

2. noun

A type of nematode, specifically a genus of plant-parasitic nematodes.

“The apiosoma nematode infestation was successfully controlled using biological methods.”

Synonyms

  • fungus
  • nematode

Antonyms

  • beneficial organism
  • non-parasitic organism