Curly mitchell grass
Astrebla lappacea

Family: Poaceae

What it is like

An erect grass. It has underground stems or rhizomes. It keeps growing from year to year. It is dormant in the dry season. The ears are 15 cm long.

Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant. It can grow in sandy, loamy and clay soils. It need well-drained locations. It grows in areas with an annual rainfall between 200-550 mm. It can tolerate frost. It can grow in salty and alkaline soils. It can tolerate drought. The plant is killed by flooding. It can grow in arid places.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Australia, Guyana, Kenya, South America

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves, seeds, cereal

How it is grown

Plants can be grown from seeds. The seeds need to be stored for 12 months before planting for best germination.

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Danthonia lappacea Lindl.; Astrebla triticoides (Lindl.) F. Muell. ex Benth.;