Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sori
noun
/ˈsɔːraɪ/
Definition
Sori are structures found in ferns and fungi that produce spores.
Examples
- The sori of the fern can be seen as small, brownish spots on the back of the leaves.
- During the summer, the sori mature and release spores into the air.
- Different species of ferns have distinct patterns and arrangements of sori.
Meaning
In the context of botany, sori are clusters of sporangia on the underside of fern leaves (fronds) that are responsible for reproduction through spores.
Synonyms
- spore clusters
- sporangia
