depressedglobose

Depressedglobose is a term used in mycology to describe a specific shape of a fungal spore or fruiting body. The term combines two descriptive elements: "depressed" indicating a caving in or flattening, and "globose" meaning spherical or ball-shaped. Therefore, a depressedglobose structure appears as a sphere that has been pushed in or flattened at one or more points, often resembling a slightly squashed ball.

This shape can be observed in various fungal species and is often a characteristic used in identification keys. The degree of depression can vary, from a slight indentation to a more pronounced concavity. It is distinct from purely spherical or ovoid shapes, and its specific morphology can be a crucial diagnostic feature for mycologists studying fungal diversity. The term is primarily used in technical descriptions within scientific literature and does not typically appear in general discussions of fungi. Its precise definition aids in consistent and accurate classification of fungal specimens.