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Noun sphacelotheca has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebSphacelothecaDescription:Sphacelotheca is a genus of parasitic fungi that belongs to the order Ustilaginales. These fungi commonly infect various grass species, causing diseases known as smut. The term "sphacelotheca" is also used to refer to the spore-filled fruiting bodies produced by these fungi. Senses and Usages:1. Noun (Genus of Parasitic Fungi):In the world of mycology, sphacelotheca refers to a genus of parasitic fungi that infects grass species, leading to the formation of smut diseases. Example sentence: The agricultural region faced significant losses due to the outbreak of sphacelotheca, causing the crops to succumb to smut infections. 2. Noun (Fruiting Bodies):Sphacelotheca is frequently used to describe the spore-filled fruiting bodies formed by smut fungi, typically found on the infected grass plants. Example sentence: The sphacelotheca on the corn stalks contained millions of spores, ready to spread and initiate new infections. Related Products: | ||||
spewing spews spezialize spg sphacelate sphacelation sphacele sphacele calycina sphacelotheca sphacelotheca reiliana sphacelus sphaeralcea sphaeralcea coccinea sphaeralcea fasciculata sphaeralcea remota sphaeriaceae sphaeriales
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