Eragrostis tremula explained

Eragrostis tremula is an annual grass that is native to tropical Africa, India and Myanmar. It is found in sandy soils and abandoned cultivation.[1]

Description

Ascending culms can grow up to 75 centimeters.

Uses

It is used as fodder for cattle and eaten in times of food scarcity.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Book: J., Skerman, P. . Tropical grasses . 1990 . Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations . 9251011281 . Rome . 431 . 22123621 .
  2. Book: Ambasta, Nirbhay . Flora of Gautam Buddha Wildlife Sanctuary, Hazaribag, Jharkhand (India): Sedges and Grasses . 2016-03-31 . Partridge Publishing . 9781482872156 . en.

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