Helotium (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Helotiaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Helotium is a type genus of the Helotiaceae family, which includes various species of fungi.
- The Helotium genus is characterized by its small to medium-sized apothecia, typically with a short stalk.
- Helotium species are often found growing on decaying wood or other plant material.
- Some species of Helotium have been reported to have antimicrobial properties, making them of interest to researchers.
- The Helotium genus is part of the larger Helotiaceae family, which includes many other genera of fungi.