Echinochloa burgu
A. Chev.
Mother of Knives
Poaceae Edible: Seeds, Grains, Cereal
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Description
A tropical grass species in the Poaceae family that grows along the edges of ponds in black soil.
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Edible Uses
The seeds and grains are edible and used as a cereal.
Distribution
A tropical plant. It grows in black soil along the edges of ponds.
Where It Grows
Africa, Central Africa, Chad,
Notes
There are about 35 Echinochloa species. They grow in tropical to warm temperate regions.
Also Known As
Am sakiné
References (1)
- CRÉAC'H,
