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Poaceae /
Ineka |
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Notes For Reference:- |
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Species, Varieties, or Forms in the Genus Coix:
Coix lacryma-jobi
/ Juzudama |
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Coix lacryma-jobi / Juzudama ジュズダマ |
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| Coix lacryma-jobi,
a perennial herb originating in tropical Asia, is reportedly
introduced in ancient times. It occurs in clusters along water edges
and grows to 1-2 meters in height, with leaves approximately 50cm
long and 1.5-4cm wide, featuring white midribs. Leaf sheaths on the
upper parts bear inflorescence branches, the tips of which set
0.8-1cm-long urceolate bract sheaths. Bloom time:
September-November. |
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