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ascocarp

ascocarp

9.9
A part of some fungi that makes and releases spores, like a morel
  • noun
  • /ˈæs.kə.kɑrp/
  • Specialized
translation icon : ascocarpo
  • Some edible fungi, such as morels, produce a distinctive ascocarp.

Examples

  • The ascocarp develops as the fungus matures, eventually releasing spores.

  • The ascocarp of the fungus is essential for reproduction.

  • Researchers examined the structure of the ascocarp under a microscope.

  • Many ascocarps are formed during the fungal life cycle.

  • Researchers examined the structure of the ascocarp under a microscope.

  • Some edible fungi, such as morels, produce a distinctive ascocarp.

  • The ascocarp develops as the fungus matures, eventually releasing spores.

Synonyms

ascoma
vsascocarp
  • Specialized
9.9

A part of some fungi that makes spores and looks like a small cup on wood

is the mature spore-producing fruiting body regardless of shape

Surface Forms

ascocarp singular
ascocarps plural

Morphology

ascocarp = ascus (opaque) = asco + carp

Both elements are specialized combining forms (mycological/botanical) not recognizable to average learners, and 'carp' could be misread as the fish.

Etymology

Ascocarp comes from two parts: asco- meaning 'sac' and -carp meaning 'fruit'. So an ascocarp is like a little 'sac-fruit' on a fungus that holds and then releases its spores.