Luziola peruviana
Family: Poaceae
What it is like
A grass. It grows 20-40 cm tall. It has rhizomes.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Cuba, Mexico, Paraguay, Uruguay, West Indies
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Seeds, grains
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Arroz-silvestre, Arrozinho,Boiadeira, Grama-boiadeira, Luziola, Pastito de agua, Pastonhode d'agua
Synonyms
Luziola leiocarpa Lindm.; Luziola mexicana Kunth [Invalid]; Milium natans Spreng.;