pittospore

/ˈpɪtɒspoʊr/

Definitions

1. noun

A fungus of the genus Pittospora, especially Pittospora mollis, a native Australian tree fungus.

“The mycologist discovered a pittospore on the decaying trunk of the Pittospora mollis.”

2. noun

A spore-bearing fruiting body of a fungus, especially of the genus Pittospora.

“The pittospore released spores into the air, dispersing the fungus.”

Synonyms

  • fungus
  • spore

Antonyms

  • bark
  • tree