Sclerotia
Sclerotia
Sclerotia (pronunciation: skle-ROH-shee-uh) is a term used in Mycology to describe a hardened mass of Mycelium that some Fungi form.
Etymology
The term 'Sclerotia' is derived from the Greek word 'sklēros', which means hard. This is in reference to the hardened structure of the sclerotia.
Definition
Sclerotia are compact masses of hardened fungal mycelium which store food reserves. They are capable of remaining dormant and can germinate to produce new mycelium or fruiting bodies when conditions are favorable.
Related Terms
- Mycelium: The vegetative part of a fungus, consisting of a network of fine white filaments (hyphae).
- Fungi: A group of unicellular, multicellular, or syncytial spore-producing organisms feeding on organic matter.
- Mycology: The branch of biology concerned with the study of fungi, including their genetic and biochemical properties, their taxonomy, and their use to humans as a source for tinder, medicine, and food, as well as their dangers, such as poisoning or infection.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sclerotia
- Wikipedia's article - Sclerotia
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