Clavicipitaceae (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various mushrooms of the class Ascomycetes.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Clavicipitaceae mushrooms often exhibit parasitic or commensal behavior towards the hosts they colonize.
- The family Clavicipitaceae includes numerous fungal species found in various parts of the world.
- Cordyceps is a well-known genus within the family Clavicipitaceae, prized for its potential health benefits.
- Certain species of Clavicipitaceae produce ergot alkaloids, compounds with potent pharmacological effects.
- Members of the Clavicipitaceae family may form symbiotic relationships with the roots or stems of plants.