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Apothecial

Definition:

Apothecial is an adjective used to describe something that relates to or is characteristic of an apothecium, which is the reproductive structure of certain fungi.

Senses:

1. (Botany) Related to or resembling an apothecium, a cup-shaped structure that bears spore-producing structures in certain fungi.

2. (Medicine) Relating to the apothecary or the dispensing of medicines.

Sample Sentences:

1. The apothecial fungi in the forest formed magnificent cup-shaped mushrooms.

2. Botanists were thrilled to discover a variety of apothecial fungi in the new species of mushrooms.

3. The garden displayed a colorful array of flowers, some of which had apothecial petals.

4. She visited the apothecial to get her prescription filled and buy over-the-counter medications.

Possible Related Products:

Apothecary Kit

Fungi Identification Book

Medicinal Mushroom Guide