Ergot: The Story of a Parasitic Fungus (1958)
This educational film is an introduction to the ergot fungus, including lifecycle, cultivation, medicinal uses, and toxic effects. The film also summarises methods for the chemical extraction of ergoline compounds.
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 25 min
Release Date: January 1, 1958
Cast
- Henry H. Dale - Himself
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
fungus spores , chemistry, laboratory, cell nucleus, chemist, giving birth, mushrooms, fungus, parasites, crop
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Ergot: The Story of a Parasitic Fungus about?
- This educational film is an introduction to the ergot fungus, including lifecycle, cultivation, medicinal uses, and toxic effects. The film also summarises methods for the chemical extraction of ergoline compounds.
- Who stars in Ergot: The Story of a Parasitic Fungus?
- Ergot: The Story of a Parasitic Fungus stars Henry H. Dale.
- How long is Ergot: The Story of a Parasitic Fungus?
- Ergot: The Story of a Parasitic Fungus has a runtime of 25m (25 minutes).
- What genre is Ergot: The Story of a Parasitic Fungus?
- Ergot: The Story of a Parasitic Fungus is a Documentary film.
- Where was Ergot: The Story of a Parasitic Fungus produced?
- Ergot: The Story of a Parasitic Fungus was produced in United Kingdom.