eurotiales
Definition
Noun 1. A taxonomic order of fungi: Eurotiales is the scientific name for an order of fungi characterized primarily by having a closed, spherical ascocarp (a fruiting body) called a cleistothecium. Within this structure, the spore-producing sacs (asci) are scattered randomly rather than being organized into a distinct layer (hymenium).
Usage Examples
- The fungus belongs to the order Eurotiales.
- Eurotiales includes many common molds that reproduce via cleistothecia.
- A key morphological feature distinguishing Eurotiales is its closed ascocarp.
Advanced Usage
- In mycology, the order Eurotiales is often discussed in contrast to orders like Eurotiales, where asci are arranged in a hymenium within an open ascocarp.
- The phylogenetic placement of Eurotiales within the class Eurotiomycetes is well-supported by molecular data.
Variants and Related Words
- Eurotialean (adj): Of or pertaining to the order Eurotiales.
- The eurotialean fungi were studied for their secondary metabolites.
- Cleistothecium (n): The type of closed ascocarp characteristic of this order.
- Ascomycete (n): The larger phylum (Ascomycota) to which this order belongs.
Synonyms
- Eurotiales order: The full taxonomic designation.
- Aspergillales: A former or alternative name for the same order, reflecting the prominence of the genus .
Notes on Different Meanings
This term has a single, specific meaning in the scientific field of mycology (fungal taxonomy). It is not used in everyday language.
Noun
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order of fungi having a closed ascocarp (cleistothecium) with the asci scattered rather than gathered in a hymenium
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