Zizania latifolia

Uses

Japan: seeds processed into flour during the period of scarcity immediately following World War II. India (region not specified): seeds eaten.

Additional Information

Name Authority:

Turcz.

Vernaculars:

English: Water Oats

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 Plant Classification Group:

• Poaceae or Graminae

 Plant Locations:

• Asia
  • India
  • Japan

 Plant References:

• SCAP
• SINGH & ARORA
• TAIRA
• UPHOF

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