Meaning of the word mycelia in English

What does mycelia mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

mycelia

US /maɪˈsiː.li.ə/
UK /maɪˈsiː.li.ə/

Plural Noun

the vegetative part of a fungus, consisting of a network of fine white filaments (hyphae)

Example:
The forest floor was covered with a dense network of fungal mycelia.
Scientists are studying how different environmental factors affect the growth of fungal mycelia.