Goatgrass, Spelt
Aegilops bicornis
Family: Poaceae
What it is like
A grass.
Where it is found
It prefers a sunny position and a well drained soil.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Egypt, Israel, Libya, Mediterranean, Middle East, North Africa, Syria
How it is used for food
The seed is ground to a flour and used cooked.
It is cultivated.
Edible parts
Seeds, cereal
How it is grown
Plants are grown from seed. Seed are sown shallowly and germinate in a few days.
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Triticum bicorne Forssk.; and others