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Plectania

Plectania

9.9
A group of cup-shaped fungi related to Peziza
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Plectania
  • Several fungi belonging to the genus Plectania display cup-shaped fruiting bodies.

Examples

  • Researchers have debated whether certain species belong to Plectania or should be classified under Peziza.

  • The species Plectania melastoma is often found in coniferous forests in the spring.

  • The Plectania species can be found in various habitats.

  • Many researchers study Plectania to understand fungal diversity.

  • Several fungi belonging to the genus Plectania display cup-shaped fruiting bodies.

  • Researchers have debated whether certain species belong to Plectania or should be classified under Peziza.

  • The species Plectania melastoma is often found in coniferous forests in the spring.

Synonyms

Peziza
vsPlectania
  • Specialized
9.9

A kind of fungus with a cup-shaped body that grows on rotting wood or soil

is a closely related genus sometimes included within that genus

Surface Forms

Plectania singular
Plectanias plural

Etymology

Plectania likely comes from the root plect-, meaning 'twisted' or 'woven'. That's why the name fits these cup-shaped fungi: it helps you picture their folded or braided appearance.