European Millet (Panicum miliaceum)

Family: Poaceae or Gramineae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Panicum miliaceum is a ANNUAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from July to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

nutty flavour, it is more easily digested than many cereals because its high alkaline content counteracts acids. — 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'.; A nutty flavour, it is more easily digested than many cereals because its high alkaline content counteracts acids.; 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.; The seed can also be sprouted and added to salads, soups etc.

Habitat & North American Range

Waste places in Britain. (Zone 10)