Epixylous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Epixylous is an adjective meaning (mycology) Relating to, growing on, or living on the surface of wood.
Meaning
(mycology) Relating to, growing on, or living on the surface of wood.
Example Sentences
Some moulds prefer to live on bread, but others are epixylous.
Synonyms for epixylous
Depending on context, synonyms include epixylic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include epiphloedal, xylicolous, xylophilous, xylogenous, xylophytic, epizooic.
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