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Abyssinian oat
Scientific Name: Avena abyssinica
Family: Poaceae
Category: Monocot
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Abyssinian Oat (Avena abyssinica)
Avena abyssinica, commonly known as Abyssinian oat, is an annual grass with potential uses for humans and animals.
Considerations for Pets
- The plant is a grass, which could be attractive to grazing animals.
- Grains and grasses are sometimes found in small pet food and treats.
Nomenclature and Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Avena abyssinica Hochst.
- Common Name: Abyssinian oat
- Family: Gramineae (Grass Family) / Poaceae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
Distribution and Habitat
- The Abyssinian oat is grown to some extent in Ethiopia (formerly Abyssinia) and North Africa.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Abyssinian oat is an erect, annual grass that can grow up to 1.5 meters tall.
- It is not frost-tender but can bear temperatures a few degrees below zero.
- Flowering occurs from June to July, and seeds ripen from August to October.
- The flowers are hermaphrodite.
Genetic Information
- Abyssinian oat (Avena abyssinica) appears to be a tetraploid with 28 chromosomes.
Quirky Facts
- Abyssinian oat seed oil is a turbo charged version of argan oil, is found in some hair and beauty products.
- Abyssinian oat has been used in skin cream bases.