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Ergot

A fungal growth, Claviceps Purpurea, which can develop in the Rye grain, but may also be found in wheat and other Gramineae grain. Can be used in medicine. See ERGOTISM. see SMUT.

Alternative terms

Term Language Region
Ergot Of Rye English