Family: Ergot [Clavicipitaceae] |
Claviceps |
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[CLAVICEPS] Ergots
Ergots infect some grain crops and grasses. Ergot-infected grain is cause for serious health concerns, the many alkaloids it contains are extremely poisonous even in low concentrations. |
Ergot (Claviceps purpurea) | Photo: © Paula O'Meara |
Family: Ergot [Clavicipitaceae] |