noun a specialized fruiting body of certain rust fungi, containing a cluster of spores
Aecia are specialized structures in the life cycle of rust fungi where spores are produced.
Aecia are important for understanding the spread and management of rust diseases in plants.
Aecia play a crucial role in the reproduction and dispersal of rust fungi.
A writer may mention aecia in a botanical article discussing plant diseases and their impact on crops.
A psychologist studying the effects of plant diseases on mental health may come across aecia in their research.
A botanist studying plant pathology may focus on aecia as a key feature of certain plant diseases.
An agricultural scientist researching crop diseases may encounter aecia as a significant symptom.