sorus

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Noun

sorus (plural sori)

1. (mycology, lichenology) Any reproductive structure, in some lichens and fungi, that produces spores.
2. (botany) A cluster of sporangia on the edge or underside of a fern frond.

Synonyms

• fruit dot

Related terms

• soral
• sorocarp
• sorophore

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