ophiobolus

/ɒfaɪəˈboʊləs/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fungal disease that causes lesions on the skin of certain plants, especially in the family Euphorbiaceae.

“The gardener noticed that the ophiobolus had affected several plants in the greenhouse.”

2. adjective

Relating to or caused by ophiobolus

“The ophiobolous lesions on the plant required immediate treatment.”

Synonyms

  • fungal disease
  • phytopathogen

Antonyms

  • disease-free
  • healthy plant