Peridium (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun, plural pe·rid·e·a [puh-rid-ee-uh]. /pəˈrɪd i ə/. Mycology.
  1. the outer enveloping coat of the fruit body in many fungi.
noun plural -ridia (-ˈrɪdɪə)
  1. the distinct outer layer of the spore-bearing organ in many fungi
Peridium (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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