Entomophytous

/ˌɛntəmoʊˈfaɪtəs/ adjective

Definition

Relating to a plant or organism that grows on or in insects.

Etymology

From Greek 'entomon' (insect) and 'phyton' (plant) plus '-ous.' Describes organisms that live parasitically on insect bodies.

Kelly Says

Some fungi and molds are entomophytous, literally living as external tumors on insects—it's like watching a horror movie in the microscopic world.

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