Chrysopogon fulvus
(Spreng.) Choiv.
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Summary
Source: WikipediaChrysopogon fulvus, called Guria grass, red false beard grass, and reddish-yellow beardgrass, is a species of grass (family Poaceae), subfamily Panicoideae. It is native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, and has been introduced to Florida. It is a palatable pasture grass, relished by oxen. It does well in semi-arid conditions.
Description
A tufted perennial grass from the tropical regions, belonging to a genus with 25 species.
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Edible Uses
The seeds are eaten as a cereal.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, India,
Notes
There are 25 Chrysopogon species.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Gogar, Goria
References (2)
- Fl. somala 1:327. 1929
- Singh, H.B., Arora R.K.,1978, Wild edible Plants of India. Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi. p 84
