Aristida_pungens

<i>Aristida pungens</i>

Aristida pungens

Species of grass

Aristida pungens is a member of the family Poaceae, known in Arabic as drinn.[1]

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Uses

Aristida pungens is a tall perennial plant with deep roots and long leaves.[1] Extremely drought-resistant, drinn grows in areas with as little as 70 mm of rainfall per year.[1] A traditional food plant in Africa,[1] this grain has potential to improve nutrition, boost food security, foster rural development, and support sustainable landcare.[citation needed]

References

  1. [1]
    Borlaug, Norman E.; Axtell, John; Burton, Glenn W.; Harlan, Jack R.; Rachie, Kenneth O.; Vietmeyer, Noel D. (1996-02-14). "Wild Grains". Lost Crops of Africa: Volume I: Grains. U.S. National Research Council Consensus Study Report. Washington, D.C.: National Academies Press. p. 260. doi:10.17226/2305. ISBN 978-0-309-04990-0. LCCN 93-86876. OCLC 934889803. OL 9872024M. Retrieved 2008-08-01.


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