Genus Geastrum (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of Geastraceae; fungi whose outer peridium when dry splits into starlike segments.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Geastrum is a type of fungi whose fruiting bodies resemble earthstars when mature.
- Fungi in the genus Geastrum are also known as earthstars due to their unique, star-shaped appearance.
- Species within the genus Geastrum can be found in temperate regions around the world, typically growing on the ground or on decaying wood.
- The genus Geastrum was first described by Persoon in 1801 and has since become the type genus for the family Geastraceae.
- Certain species within the genus Geastrum, such as Geastrum coronatum, can display vibrant colors, including orange, red, and yellow.