Scarlet Cup (Noun)
Meaning
A discomycete that is a harbinger of spring; the fruiting body is thin and tough and saucer-shaped (about the size of quarter to a half dollar) with a deep bright red upper surface and a whitish exterior.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The scarlet cup fungus is often one of the first signs of spring in the forest, appearing as early as late winter.
- In the moist, shaded areas of the woodland floor, the scarlet cup can be found growing in clusters.
- The bright red color of the scarlet cup makes it a striking sight among the dull, winter-weary undergrowth.
- As the weather warms, the scarlet cup begins to release its spores, which are carried away by the wind.
- The delicate, saucer-shaped fruiting body of the scarlet cup is surprisingly resilient, withstanding rain and wind with ease.