rhizoneure

/raɪzoʊˈnɔɪər/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fungal infection that affects the root system of plants.

“The rhizoneure in the orchid’s root system caused the leaves to wilt and turn yellow.”

2. verb

To infect a plant with a fungal disease that affects the root system.

“The gardener noticed that the fungus had rhizoneured the nearby plants, causing them to die.”

Synonyms

  • fungal infection
  • root rot

Antonyms

  • fungus-free
  • healthy plant