endophyte
/ˈɛndoʊˌfaɪt/
noun
- A plant or fungus that lives inside another plant without causing it harm, often in a mutually beneficial relationship.
- Scientists discovered a new endophyte living in the leaves of a tropical tree.
- The endophyte inside the grass helps the plant resist drought and pests.
- Some endophytes produce chemicals that can be used to develop new antibiotics.
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