Ascogone

/ˈæskɒɡoʊn/ noun

Definition

The female reproductive structure in ascomycete fungi, which receives male gametes during sexual reproduction.

Etymology

From asco- (sac) plus -gone (Greek gone, seed/generation), literally 'seed-sac.' It's the feminine component in fungal reproduction.

Kelly Says

Fungi have male and female parts like plants do—the ascogone is the 'female' that waits to be fertilized, then develops into the spore-producing ascocarp!

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