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Pennisetum violaceum

Family: Poaceae


What it is like

A wild millet grass.


Where it is found

A tropical plant. It grows near the edges of the desert in Africa. It can grow in arid places.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Burkina Faso, West Africa


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Seeds, cereal


How it is grown


Its other names

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