Panicum milliaceum European millet (Gramineae)

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Panicum milliaceum
European millet
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The Panicum milliaceum plant species is found in N. Africa - Ethiopia to Asia. A casual in Britain. It is a member of the Gramineae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as European millet.

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Latin Name:  Panicum milliaceum
Common Name:  European millet
Family:  Gramineae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:  0.15

Habitat:  Waste places in Britain[17].

Edible Uses: Seed - cooked as a whole grain or ground into a powder and used as a flour for making breads, pasta and fermented foods such as 'tempeh'[2, 34, 183]. A nutty flavour, it is more easily digested than many cereals because its high alkaline content counteracts acids[183]. It is also free of gluten and so, although bread made from it does not rise, the cereal is suitable for people with coeliacs disease or other gluten intolerances[K]. The seed can also be sprouted and added to salads, soups etc[183]. The seed contains about 10% protein, 4% fat[61].

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