Clathrus
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Definition
Noun: 1. A genus of fungi: Clathrus is the type genus of the family Clathraceae, commonly known as the lattice stinkhorn or basket stinkhorn fungi. These fungi are characterized by their unique, latticed or cage-like fruiting body structure.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The bizarre, red Clathrus emerging from the mulch surprised the gardeners.
- Clathrus ruber is one of the most well-known species within the genus Clathrus.
- Mycologists study the unusual morphology of Clathrus.
Advanced Usage
- In scientific classification: The name is used in taxonomic contexts to group specific species of stinkhorn fungi.
- The specimen was identified as belonging to the genus Clathrus.
Variants and Related Words
- Clathraceae (n): The family of fungi to which the genus belongs.
- Stinkhorn (n): The common name for fungi in the family Phallaceae and Clathraceae, which includes , known for their foul odor.
Synonyms
- Lattice stinkhorn (n): A common descriptive name for fungi in the genus .
- Basket fungus (n): Another common name referring to the cage-like shape.
Related Phrases
- Genus Clathrus: The formal scientific term for this taxonomic group.
- The guidebook had a section dedicated to the genus Clathrus.
Noun
- type genus of the Clathraceae