mutinus caninus
Definition
Noun: - A species of stinkhorn fungus characterized by a phallic, stalk-like structure that lacks a distinct cap. The spore-bearing, foul-smelling gleba is smeared directly onto the upper part of this stalk, attracting flies and other insects for spore dispersal.
Usage
- Mutinus caninus
- Mutinus caninus
Advanced Usage
- In mycology: The term is used in scientific classification and description. It is the binomial (Latin) name for a specific fungus, ensuring precise identification across languages and regions.
- The field guide listed Mutinus caninus under the family Phallaceae.
Variants and Related Words
- Stinkhorn (n): The common name for the family of fungi to which belongs, all known for their foul odor and unusual shape.
- Several types of stinkhorn fungi grow in this forest.
Synonyms
- Dog stinkhorn: A common English name for this specific fungus, derived from its Latin species epithet (relating to dogs).
Noun
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a stinkhorn having a stalk without a cap; the slimy gleba is simply plastered on its surface near the apex where winged insects can find it
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