Japanese Millet (Noun)
Meaning
Coarse annual grass cultivated in Japan and southeastern Asia for its edible seeds and for forage; important wildlife food in United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Japanese millet is a type of forage crop that is widely cultivated in Asia for its nutritional value.
- The seeds of the Japanese millet plant are an important food source for many species of birds and small mammals.
- In the United States, Japanese millet is often used as a cover crop to provide habitat and food for wildlife.
- Japanese millet is a popular choice for farmers in Japan and southeastern Asia due to its ease of cultivation and high yield.
- The edible seeds of the Japanese millet plant are also used as a nutritious feed supplement for livestock.