ascocarps

[US]/[ˌæs.koʊ.kɑːrpz]/
[UK]/[ˌæs.koʊ.ˈkɑːrps]/

Translation

n.The fruit of a fungus, consisting of the spore-containing layer (ascospore) and the surrounding protective tissue.
n. (pl.)The fruits of various fungi, especially those of the Ascomycota.

Phrases & Collocations

ascocarps form

identifying ascocarps

mature ascocarps

collecting ascocarps

ascocarps appear

young ascocarps

ascocarp structure

finding ascocarps

ascocarps grow

several ascocarps

Example Sentences

the fungal fruiting bodies, known as ascocarps, were scattered across the forest floor.

we carefully examined the diverse ascocarps to identify the species of fungi present.

the apothecial ascocarps of the lichen were brightly colored and easily visible.

researchers studied the morphology of ascocarps to understand fungal evolution.

the perithecial ascocarps were small and embedded within the substrate.

identifying ascocarps is crucial for diagnosing plant diseases caused by fungi.

the presence of cleistothecial ascocarps indicated a soilborne fungal pathogen.

microscopic examination of ascocarps revealed unique spore structures.

we collected several ascocarps for further analysis in the laboratory.

the size and shape of ascocarps can vary greatly depending on the species.

decomposing leaf litter provided a suitable habitat for ascocarps to develop.

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