Panicum anabaptistum
Steud.
Poaceae Edible: Seeds, Cereal
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Description
A tropical grass in the Poaceae family, one of approximately 470-500 Panicum species.
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Edible Uses
The seeds are harvested and used as a cereal grain.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Burkina Faso, Mali, Senegal, West Africa,
Notes
There are about 470-500 Panicum species.
Also Known As
Siouko, Tiougal
References (3)
- Jardin, C., 1970, List of Foods Used In Africa, FAO Nutrition Information Document Series No 2.p 5
- National Research Council, 1996, Lost crops of Africa. Volume 1 grains, p 262
- Syn. pl. glumac. 1:75. 1853
