cystospore

/ˌsɪstoʊˈspɔr/

Definitions

1. noun

A spore-bearing organ found in certain fungi, such as the rusts.

“The biologist studied the cystospores of the rust fungus.”

2. noun

A spore-bearing structure, especially in fungi.

“The cystospores of the fungus were examined under a microscope.”

Synonyms

  • sporangiophore
  • spore