cysticolous

/sɪs.tɪˈkɒləs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having or relating to a fungus that grows on or in plant tissues, especially within plant cells.

“The cysticolous fungus was found in the leaf of the infected plant.”

Synonyms

  • endo-parasitic
  • fungicolous

Antonyms

  • epiphytic
  • non-parasitic