polyphore

/ˈpɒliˌfɔər, ˈpɒlɪfɔʊər/

Definitions

1. noun

A polyphore is a type of fungus that forms symbiotic relationships with the roots of plants, often providing essential nutrients in return for carbohydrates.

“The forester studied the polyphores in the forest ecosystem to better understand their role in the nutrient cycle.”

Synonyms

  • mycorrhizal fungus
  • symbiotic fungus

Antonyms

  • parasitic fungus
  • pathogenic fungus