Corticiform

/kɔːrˈtɪsɪfɔːrm/ adjective

Definition

Having the form, shape, or structure of bark or a cortex.

Etymology

From Latin 'cortex' plus '-form' (shape, form). This adjective was coined to describe objects or structures that resemble cortical tissue.

Kelly Says

Corticiform describes anything that looks like bark—so a corticiform fungus literally looks like it's made of bark, which helps scientists instantly communicate complex visual information!

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