Clavicipitaceae

Clavicipitaceae is a very diverse family of fungi, with species that are parasitic or symbiotic to insects, plants, and other fungi. The common theme is that all of these fungi require a host, willing or unwilling, to survive. Many of the species in this family are poisonous to animals and humans, producing toxic alkaloids.

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Family

Clavicipitaceae (Clavicipitaceae)

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Toxic to Humans

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Toxicity

Clavicipitaceae is a dangerously toxic tree. All parts, especially its small green berries, are poisonous. Poisoning can occur through skin or eye contact, leading to blistering, dermatitis, and keratoconjunctivitis. Ingestion causes burning mouth, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, headaches, convulsions, and can be fatal. The toxins are phorbol, phorbol esters, and crotin.

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