Chloris prieurii

Description

A tropical grass in the family Poaceae that grows on clayey and black soils along the edges of ponds and swamps in tropical regions.

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Edible Uses

The seeds are harvested as grain and used as a cereal.

Distribution

A tropical plant. It grows on clayey and black soil along the edges of ponds and swamps.

Where It Grows

Africa, Central Africa, Chad,

Notes

There are about 55 Chloris species. They are in the tropical to warm temperate regions.

Also Known As

Sag-en-naham

References (3)

• CRÉAC'H,
• Jardin, C., 1970, List of Foods Used In Africa, FAO Nutrition Information Document Series No 2.p 2
• Revis. gramin. 89. 1829

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