apothecium Share definition Flag The apothecium is a cup-shaped fruit body with asci that can release spores simultaneously. It is in certain ascomycetes fungi. On this diagram, we can see this upward "c" like shape. That's the apothecium. apothecium by DaShroomster November 16, 2020 0 0 Get merch Get the apothecium mug. Buy Now — $32.95 See more merch