ascobolus

Meaning

Noun

Ascobolus (genus) is a genus of fungi in the Ascobolaceae (family) family. The genus has a widespread distribution, and contains an estimated 61 species, most of which are coprophilous.

Origin

From asco- (sac, bag), and Late Latin bōlus (“clod of earth, lump”).

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