Pearl millet (Cenchrus americanus)
Pearl millet, also known as Pearl Millet, Bajra
Pearl millet, also known as Cenchrus americanus, is a crucial subsistence crop known for its hardiness and drought tolerance. It thrives in arid regions with minimal rainfall, such as areas near deserts. This crop has a long history, being cultivated since around 2000 B.C., and was introduced to the United States in the 1850s.
Key Facts About Pearl millet
Attributes of Pearl millet
Lifespan
Annual, Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
90 cm
Spread
1 m
Leaf Color
Green Red Brown
Flower Size
2 to 5 centimeters
Flower Color
Yellow Purple Brown Black
Scientific Classification of Pearl millet
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Poales
Family
Grass
Genus
Buffelgrasses
Species
Pearl millet