SHOESTRING FUNGUS
(noun)Definitions
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Shoestring Fungus.
Shoestring Fungus - as a noun
Any of several fungi of the genus armillaria that form brown stringy rhizomorphs and cause destructive rot of the roots of some trees such as apples or maples
Example Sentences
"The shoestring fungus is a type of parasitic fungus that infects living trees."
"The shoestring fungus gets its name from the long, thread-like strands it forms on decaying wood."
"Scientists are studying the ecology of shoestring fungus in order to understand its impact on forest ecosystems."
"The shoestring fungus can weaken the structure of trees and make them susceptible to wind damage."
"The presence of shoestring fungus can indicate a forest is experiencing ecological disturbances."
