cramp ball
The 'cramp ball' is a type of fungus known for its round, coal-like appearance and historical uses in folk medicine and fire starting.
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Definition
C1Mycology
(technical)A fungus, Daldinia concentrica, that grows on dead or decaying wood, particularly ash trees.
Example
- The cramp ball is commonly found on fallen ash trees.
B2General
(historical)A hard, round fruiting body of the Daldinia concentrica fungus, historically used as tinder for starting fires.
Example
- In the past, cramp balls were carried to ward off cramps and were used to start fires.
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