Dictyophera
Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of fungi: "Dictyophera" is a genus of fungi in the family Phallaceae, closely related to the genus Phallus. It is distinguished by a net-like or skirt-like structure (an indusium) hanging from beneath the cap (pileus).
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The biologist identified the foul-smelling fungus as a member of the genus Dictyophera.
- Dictyophera is noted for its distinctive indusium, which resembles a delicate skirt.
Advanced Usage
- In scientific taxonomy: The term is used primarily in mycological (fungal) classification and descriptions.
- The species Dictyophera indusiata is a well-known example of this genus.
Variants and Related Words
- Phallus (n): A closely related genus of stinkhorn fungi.
- Indusium (n): The distinctive skirt-like membrane found in fungi of the genus .
Synonyms
- Stinkhorn fungus (general common name for related fungi in the Phallaceae family).
Related Phrases
- None commonly used in general English. The term is highly specialized.
Related Idioms
- None. This is a technical, scientific term.
Noun
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closely related to genus Phallus distinguished by an indusium hanging like a skirt from below the pileus
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