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Aegilops geniculata

Family: Poaceae


What it is like

A grass.


Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Albania, Europe, Mediterranean, Spain


How it is used for food

The immature seeds are eaten raw as a snack. The ripe seeds are ground into flour to make bread.

Edible parts

Seeds, cereal


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Rompesacos, Rompisacos

Synonyms

Several