Coremia

/kəˈriːmiə/ noun

Definition

A plural form referring to multiple coremia or core-like structures, especially in fungi or botanical specimens.

Etymology

From Latin or Greek plural suffix -ia applied to corema or similar scientific terms. Used in mycology and botany.

Kelly Says

In mycology, structures related to coremia help fungi spread spores more effectively—some fungi literally build tiny towers to launch spores higher into the air where they're more likely to get carried by wind.

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