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Billion-Dollar Grass

Echinochloa frumentacea

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About

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).

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

French millet japonais
German Getreide-Hühnerhirse

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Billion-Dollar Grass?
The scientific name of Billion-Dollar Grass is Echinochloa frumentacea. It belongs to the genus Echinochloa.
Where does Billion-Dollar Grass live?
Billion-Dollar Grass 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 Billion-Dollar Grass belong to?
Billion-Dollar Grass (Echinochloa frumentacea) belongs to the genus Echinochloa, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.
What kingdom does Billion-Dollar Grass belong to?
Billion-Dollar Grass (Echinochloa frumentacea) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of Billion-Dollar Grass?
The closest relatives of Billion-Dollar Grass in the genus Echinochloa include American Barnyard Grass, Antelope Grass, Awnless Barnyard Grass, Barnyard Grass, burgu grass.

Native Range — 21 Countries

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