Family: Ergot [Clavicipitaceae]


Claviceps



[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]

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