Volva
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Volva is a noun meaning A cup-shaped mass at the base of various fungi.
Meaning
A cup-shaped mass at the base of various fungi.
More Meanings
- The membranous covering which completely encloses many fungi in the early stage of growth.
- Alternative form of völva.
Example Sentences
The genus Amanita has both a volva and a veil; the spores are white, and the stem is easily separable from the cap.
Word Forms
- volvas
- volvae
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include clavule, umbo, phialide, veil, vulva, glebifer.
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