citromyces

/sɪˈtrɒmɪsiːz/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of fungi, particularly the species Citromyces citrinus, which are known to be symbiotic with fungi and plants.

“The scientist studied the relationship between Citromyces and the roots of the citrus plant.”

2. noun

In biology, a type of endophytic fungus.

Synonyms

  • endophyte
  • fungus

Antonyms

  • parasite
  • pathogen