Sorghum ergot

Habitat & Distribution

Native to North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in United States.

🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Sordariomycetes (Sordariomycetes)

Order

Hypocreales (Hypocreales)

Family

Clavicipitaceae

Genus

Claviceps

Species

Claviceps africana (Sorghum ergot)

Similar Species in Claviceps

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Rye Ergot

Claviceps purpurea

Not Evaluated

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Wildrice Ergot

Claviceps zizaniae

Not Evaluated

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Eleocharis Ergot

Claviceps nigricans

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sorghum ergot?

The scientific name of Sorghum ergot is Claviceps africana. It belongs to the genus Claviceps.

Where does Sorghum ergot live?

Sorghum ergot is found in Found in United States.. Countries include United States.

What family does Sorghum ergot belong to?

Sorghum ergot (Claviceps africana) belongs to the genus Claviceps, which is part of the taxonomic family Clavicipitaceae.

What kingdom does Sorghum ergot belong to?

Sorghum ergot (Claviceps africana) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Sorghum ergot?

The closest relatives of Sorghum ergot in the genus Claviceps include Rye Ergot, Wildrice Ergot, Eleocharis Ergot.