Pharus lappulaceus

Family: Poaceae

What it is like

A grass. It can grow 1 m tall. The stems are 3 mm across and solid. The leaf blades are 11-22 cm long and 35-45 mm wide. The flowers are in an open panicle.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Brazil, Caribbean, Mexico, South America

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Seeds

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Capim-bambu, Capim-pintado

Synonyms

Pharus angustifolius (Nees) Doll; and others