ostiole
/ˈɒstɪəʊl
/noun Botany
(In some small algae and fungi) a small pore through which spores are discharged.In other words, the ascocarp is closed but for an ostiole at the distal end.
Origin
Mid 19th century: from Latin ostiolum, diminutive of ostium 'opening'.
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