Mycological Glossary

noun a bristle or hair-like structure on the surface of a plant or fungus, often used for support or sensory functions

• The seta on the insect's body help it sense its surroundings.
• I love how soft the seta on this caterpillar feels!
• Check out the funky seta on that bug!
• The artist used the seta in the painting to create a sense of movement.

verb Adnate can also be used as a verb to describe the act of joining or fusing organs or parts together.

adjective Adnate is an adjective that describes organs or parts that are joined or fused together.

• The stamens are adnate to the petals in this particular species of flower.
• The leaves of this plant seem to be adnate to the stem, they're practically glued on!
• Dude, those two things are adnate like peanut butter and jelly.
• Her commitment to the project was adnate to her passion for the cause.