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millet japonais

Echinochloa frumentacea

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The Billion-Dollar Grass (Echinochloa frumentacea) is a species in the genus Echinochloa. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Africa (Namibia, Zimbabwe), Asia (Pakistan, Taiwan), Europe (13 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil).

Names in Other Languages

French millet japonais
German Getreide-Hühnerhirse

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of millet japonais?
The scientific name of millet japonais is Echinochloa frumentacea. It belongs to the genus Echinochloa.
Where does millet japonais live?
millet japonais is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Namibia, Zimbabwe), Asia (Pakistan, Taiwan), Europe (13 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Greece, Ireland.
What family does millet japonais belong to?
millet japonais (Echinochloa frumentacea) belongs to the genus Echinochloa, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.
What kingdom does millet japonais belong to?
millet japonais (Echinochloa frumentacea) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).
What are the closest relatives of millet japonais?
The closest relatives of millet japonais in the genus Echinochloa include Blé du Dekkan, échinochloa de Walter, échinochloa pied-de-paon, Échinochloé muriqué, pied-de-coq.

Native Range — 21 Countries

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