Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
apothecia
noun
əˈpɒθɪsiə
Definition
Apothecia are the reproductive structures found in some fungi and lichens.
Examples
- The apothecia of the lichen were visible on the surface of the bark.
- During the rainy season, the apothecia of the fungus appeared abundantly on the forest floor.
Meaning
These structures function as spore-producing organs and are typically disk-shaped or cup-like in appearance.
Synonyms
- fruiting body
- sporangium
