Spiny cram-cram'
Cenchrus leptachanthus
Family: Poaceae
What it is like
A grass.
There are about 23 Cenchrus species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows on clayey and sandy soils.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Central Africa, Chad
How it is used for food
It is used in kreb a grain mixture eaten in Chad.
Edible parts
Seeds, grain, cereal
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Ascanit abou choc