celliferous

/sɛlɪfɛrəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

producing or containing cells, especially spores, as in fungi

“The celliferous fungus spread rapidly across the forest floor.”

2. noun

A plant or fungus that produces spores, especially one that is celliferous

“The celliferous plants in the meadow were a delight to behold.”

Synonyms

  • spore-bearing
  • sporiferous

Antonyms

  • barren
  • sterile