Polypogon viridis
(Gouan) Breistr.
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Summary
Source: WikipediaPolypogon viridis, the beardless rabbitsfoot grass, water bent, is a species of perennial grass in the family Poaceae (true grasses). They have a self-supporting growth form and simple, broad leaves. Individuals can grow to 0.43 m. They are native to southern Europe, Macaronesia, North and East Africa, western and central Asia, India, Yunnan, and Vietnam. It is a common established neophyte in the UK.
Description
A grass. It grows 60 cm tall. The leaves are narrow and sword shaped. They are 15 cm long by 7 mm wide.
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Edible Uses
The seeds are eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Asia, Central Asia, China, East Africa, Ethiopia, South Africa, Southern Africa, Tajikistan,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Killaa
References (1)
- Beche D, Gebeyehu G, Feyisa K., 2016, Indigenous Utilization and Management of Useful Plants in and around Awash National Park, Ethiopia. J Plant Biol Soil Health. 3(1):12.
