Setaria pycnocoma
(Steud.) Henrard.
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Description
Setaria pycnocoma is a temperate grass species in the Poaceae family, one of approximately 130 Setaria species found mainly in tropical and subtropical regions.
Edible Uses
The seeds are harvested and used as a cereal grain.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Japan,
Notes
There are about 130 Setaria species. They are mainly in the tropics and subtropics.
References (1)
- Plants for a Future database, The Field, Penpol, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, PL22 0NG, UK. http://www.scs.leeds.ac.uk/pfaf/