ostiole

IPA: ˈɑstioʊɫ

(mycology) A small hole or opening through which certain fungi release their mature spores.
(botany) A similar hole or opening in plants, such as the opening of the involuted fig inflorescence through which fig wasps enter to pollinate and breed.

Examples of "ostiole" in Sentences

The ostiole of the fig is a small opening on the bottom that allows the fruit to ripen and release its seeds
In botany, the ostiole is the opening through which pollen is released in certain types of flowers
Birds and insects are attracted to the sweet scent that emanates from the ostiole of the flower, aiding in its pollination
The ostiole is a crucial part of the anatomy of certain fruits, allowing them to properly mature and disperse their seeds
If the ostiole of the fruit is damaged or blocked, it can hinder the plant's reproductive process and affect its ability to reproduce