Giant Dropseed
Sporobolus giganteus
Family: Poaceae
What it is like
A grass.
There are about 160 Sporobolus species. They are mainly in the tropics and subtropics.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Central America, Mexico, North America, USA
How it is used for food
The seeds are threshed and ground with corn into a fine flour then used to make a porridge. They add flavour to the cornmeal.
Edible parts
Seeds, cereal