Geastrum (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of Geastraceae; fungi whose outer peridium when dry splits into starlike segments.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The geastrum fungus is a type of earthstar that can be found in forests and woodlands around the world.
- Geastrum species are known for their unique, star-shaped appearance when the outer peridium splits open.
- The geastrum fungus has a distinctive, puffy appearance when it is young and the peridium is still intact.
- In the geastrum genus, the spores are typically brown or yellowish-brown and are dispersed by the wind.
- The geastrum fungus is often found growing in clusters on the ground, particularly in areas with rich soil and decaying organic matter.