auriculariales

noun

Meaning

A taxonomic order of fungi characterized by gelatinous or rubbery fruiting bodies that often resemble ears.

Examples

Many species within the Auriculariales are commonly known as wood ear fungi.
Recent phylogenetic studies have significantly reorganized the classification of the Auriculariales.

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auriculariales

noun

Pronunciation: ɔːˌrɪkjʊləˈreɪliːiːz

Definition

A taxonomic order of fungi characterized by gelatinous or rubbery fruiting bodies that often resemble ears.

Examples

Many species within the Auriculariales are commonly known as wood ear fungi.
Recent phylogenetic studies have significantly reorganized the classification of the Auriculariales.
The Auriculariales play a vital role in decomposing dead wood in temperate and tropical ecosystems.

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