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Oat (Avena sativa)
The oat, scientifically known as Avena sativa, is also commonly referred to as the common oat. It is a cereal grain cultivated for its seeds, which are also called oats.
Considerations for Children
- Oats are found in various food products like granola, muesli bars, cookies and biscuits.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Avena sativa
- Common Name: Oat, Common Oat
Distribution and Habitat
- Oats are described as a hardy cereal grain that can tolerate poor soil conditions where other crops may struggle.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Oats are a cereal grain grown for its seed.
Other Information
- Oats are harvested and cleaned, then roasted.
- Oats contain avenin, a protein.
- Oatmeal and oat bran are sources of dietary fiber.