Avena abyssinica, also known as the Ethiopian oat and "Ajja" by Ethiopians, is a member of the family Poaceae.[2][3] This grain has long been used in Ethiopia and is well adapted to the high elevations and other conditions there. Still a traditional food plant in Africa, this little-known grain has potential to improve nutrition, boost food security, foster rural development and support sustainable landcare.[4]
| Avena abyssinica | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Embryophytes |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Spermatophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Monocots |
| Clade: | Commelinids |
| Order: | Poales |
| Family: | Poaceae |
| Subfamily: | Pooideae |
| Genus: | Avena |
| Species: | A. abyssinica |
| Binomial name | |
| Avena abyssinica | |
| Synonyms[2] | |
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References
edit- ↑ Rhodes, L.; Maxted, N.; Bradley, I. (2016). "Avena abyssinica". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2016 e.T21342198A21413490. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2016-3.RLTS.T21342198A21413490.en. Retrieved December 24, 2024.
- 1 2 "Avena abyssinica Hochst". Plants of the World Online. The Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. n.d. Retrieved December 24, 2024.
- ↑ "Avena abyssinica Hochst". Catalogue of Life. Species 2000. n.d. Retrieved December 24, 2024.
- ↑ National Research Council (1996-02-14). "Other Cultivated Grains". Lost Crops of Africa: Volume I: Grains. Vol. 1. National Academies Press. p. 248. ISBN 978-0-309-04990-0. Retrieved 2008-08-01.