podothecal
/pɒˈdɒθɪkəl/Definitions
1. adjective
Of or relating to a podothecium, or a spore-bearing organ in fungi.
“The podothecal structure was studied to understand its role in fungal spore dispersal.”
2. noun
A spore-bearing organ in fungi, especially a spore sac or spore-bearing organ of a fungus.
“The scientist examined the podothecal under the microscope to observe its internal structure.”