Triticum orientale
Percival
Kharassan wheat
Poaceae Edible: Seeds
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Description
A tropical grass in the wheat genus, cultivated for its edible seeds.
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Edible Uses
Khorasan wheat is used similarly as modern wheat. Its grains can be consumed whole, or milled into flour. It can be found in breads, bread mixes, breakfast cereals, cookies, waffles, pancakes, bulgur, baked goods, pastas, drinks, beer, and snacks. Khorasan wheat is recognized for its smooth texture and nutty, buttery flavor.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Central Africa, Congo,
References (2)
- Jardin, C., 1970, List of Foods Used In Africa, FAO Nutrition Information Document Series No 2.p 9
- The wheat plant 155, 204. 1921 (non M. Bieb. 1808) - an illegitimate later homonym (ICBN Art. 53) that is unavailable for use
