
Goosegrass (Eleusine indica)
Goosegrass, also known as Crowfoot grass, Indian goosegrass
During times of famine, goosegrass (Eleusine indica) seeds are consumed. This plant, often considered an agricultural weed, is used for cultivated crops, animal feed, and in maintaining golf courses. It is also recognized as an environmental weed in many countries. Additionally, parts of goosegrass are used in herbal medicine in some Asian nations.
Key Facts About Goosegrass
Attributes of Goosegrass
Lifespan
Annual, Biennial
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Height
10 cm to 90 cm
Spread
5 cm to 8 cm
Leaf Color
White
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
White Yellow Green
Scientific Classification of Goosegrass
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Poales
Family
Grass
Genus
Goosegrasses
Species
Goosegrass