An'nulus. A structure developed in the wall of the spore-case (sporangium) of the ordinary ferns to assist in discharging the spores. See Filicales.
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An'nulus. A structure developed in the wall of the spore-case (sporangium) of the ordinary ferns to assist in discharging the spores. See Filicales.