autosporic

/ɔːtəˈspɔrɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Producing or characterized by auto-spores, especially in fungi and algae.

“Some species of algae are autosporic, meaning they reproduce on their own without the need for a mate.”

2. adjective

Self-reproductive, especially in referring to certain types of fungi or algae that produce spores without the need for a mate.

“The scientist studied the autosporic behavior of the rare fungi species in the lab.”

Synonyms

  • autonomous
  • self-reproductive

Antonyms

  • dependent
  • heterosporic