Desert oat, Oat-grass
Avena weistii
Family: Poaceae
What it is like
A grass. It grows each year from seeds.
There are about 25 Avena species.
Where it is found
It grows in areas with a rainfall between 300-400 mm.
Countries/locations it is found in
Europe, Mediterranean, Middle East, Syria
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Seeds, cereal