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clav·i·ceps
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Claviceps, genus Clavicepsnoun
fungi parasitic upon the ovaries of various grasses
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claviceps
Claviceps is a genus of fungi, specifically in the family Clavicipitaceae. The most notable species is Claviceps purpurea, better known as Ergot, which affects rye and other cereals, turning the grains into dark purplish-black, hard bodies. The fungus produces various alkaloids that can be harmful to humans and animals if ingested, causing symptoms of ergotism. Some of these alkaloids are used in medicine for their vasoconstrictive and hallucinogenic properties.
U.S. National Library of Medicine
Claviceps
A genus of ascomycetous fungi, family Clavicipitaceae, order Hypocreales, parasitic on various grasses (POACEAE). The sclerotia contain several toxic alkaloids. Claviceps purpurea on rye causes ergotism.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of claviceps in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of claviceps in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9
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