Ergot of rye is caused by a species of:-

Claviceps

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Phytophthora

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Uncinula

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Ustilago

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Solution

The correct option is A Claviceps
Claviceps purpurea is an ergot fungus of division Ascomycetes that grows on the ears of rye and related cereal and forage plants.
So, the correct answer is 'Claviceps'.

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