1. relating to or resembling a sclerotium, a hardened mass of fungal tissue
Usage: botanical; mycological

Examples

• The sclerotial stage helps the fungus survive harsh winter conditions.
• Researchers identified sclerotial structures in the infected plant tissue.
• The sclerotial bodies were dark and compact in appearance.
• Sclerotial formation is a key survival mechanism for many fungi.
• The laboratory study focused on sclerotial development in various species.