the MOREL, a genus of plants of the order of fungi, and belonging to the cryptogamia clas. See Botany Index.

among the Egyptians, was the emblem of fecundity. It was very fervently worshipped by women, especially by those who were barren. This custom was introduced among the Greeks, and festivals in honour of it were called phalacia. See Mysteries, No. 38, &c. Among the Hindoos a similar emblem called lingam is used, and for similar purposes. See Hindoos, No. 4.