Triticale
Description
Triticale is a type of Cereal Grain that is a hybrid of Wheat and Rye.
Botanical Name
Triticum secale
Triticale is from the Grass (Gramineae) family.
Triticale Contains these Substances
Proteins
Triticale is noteworthy in that it contains a higher Protein content than Wheat.
Potentially Toxic Effects of Triticale
Food Poisoning
Triticale is susceptible to attack by the Ergot Mycotoxin.
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