Definition

1. Noun:
   • A type of fungus: "Discina macrospora" is a specific species of cup fungus belonging to the genus Discina.
   • Physical description: It is characterized by a flat or saucer-shaped, brown, fertile body (apothecium) and a short stalk.
   • Edibility: It is generally not considered suitable for consumption.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • We found several specimens of Discina macrospora growing on the forest floor.
  • The key identifying feature of Discina macrospora is its brown, saucer-shaped apothecium.

Advanced Usage

• Scientific context: The name is used in mycological (fungal) taxonomy and field guides.
  • The study focused on the spore morphology of Discina macrospora.

Variants and Related Words

• Discina (n): The genus to which this species belongs.
• Cup fungus (n): A common name for fungi in the family , which have a cup-like shape.
• Apothecium (n): The technical term for the spore-producing, cup-shaped fruiting body.

Synonyms

• Brown cup fungus: A descriptive common name.
• Macrospora cup: An informal reference based on the species name.

Notes

• This is a scientific binomial name (Genus + species). It is typically italicized in print.
• It is primarily used in biological and mycological contexts, not in everyday conversation.

Noun

1. a discina with a flat or saucer-shaped fertile body that is brown on the upper surface; has a short stalk; not recommended for eating