Palmer saltgrass
Distichlis palmeri
Family: Poaceae
What it is like
A grass.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It will grow in salty soils.
Countries/locations it is found in
Mexico, North America, USA
How it is used for food
The grains are cooked as a cereal. They are roasted or used in muffins or stuffings.
Edible parts
Seeds, cereal
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Nyipa, Trigo gentil, Wild-wheat