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Tulostoma

Tulostoma

9.9
A fungus with a round top that sits on a thin stalk like a puffball
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The characteristic stalk of Tulostoma distinguishes it from other puffballs.

Examples

  • Several species in the genus Tulostoma are found in desert environments.

  • Researchers discovered a new Tulostoma species during their fieldwork in arid regions.

  • Look at that Tulostoma over there!

  • The Tulostoma species is often found in grassy areas.

  • Researchers discovered a new Tulostoma species during their fieldwork in arid regions.

  • Several species in the genus Tulostoma are particularly adapted to survive in desert environments.

  • The characteristic stalk of a Tulostoma sets it apart from other types of puffballs.

Synonyms

Tulestoma
vsTulostoma
  • Specialized
9.9

A round fungus with a stalk that releases spores

is identical in meaning but spelled differently

Surface Forms

Tulostoma singular
Tulostomas plural

Etymology

Tulostoma comes from Greek parts tulo- (a word for 'knob' or 'lump') and -stoma ('mouth' or 'opening'). So the name paints a picture of a little 'knob with a mouth' on a stalk, which fits these puffball fungi that have a small opening at the top to release their spores.