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Creeping Manna Grass
Glyceria acutiflora

Family: Poaceae


What it is like

A grass. It spreads by rhizomes or underground stems.

There are 16 (40) Glyceria species. They grow in temperate places. They grow along the edges of streams.


Where it is found

It will grow in shallow water.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China, Japan, Korea, North America, USA


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Seeds, cereal


How it is grown

Plants can be grown by seed or division.


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