sorghum bicolor
Definition
Noun: 1. A species of grass cultivated as a cereal grain: Sorghum bicolor is a plant species belonging to the grass family (Poaceae). It is a primary cereal crop grown for its edible grain, which is a significant source of nutrition. 2. A drought-tolerant crop with distinct leaves: This plant is characterized by its resilience in arid conditions and its leaves, which have serrated (sawtooth) edges.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Sorghum bicolor is a staple food for millions of people in Africa and Asia.
- Farmers are planting more Sorghum bicolor this season due to the drought forecast.
- The study focused on improving the yield of Sorghum bicolor.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical/agricultural contexts: The term is used in scientific and formal agricultural writing to specify the exact species, distinguishing it from other sorghum varieties or related grasses.
- The research paper detailed the genome sequence of Sorghum bicolor.
Variants and Related Words
- Sorghum (n): This is the common name for the genus and the crop itself. is the most widely cultivated species of sorghum.
- Sorghum is used to make syrup, flour, and animal feed.
- Great millet (n): A common name for .
- Guinea corn (n): A common name for in some regions.
Synonyms
- Great millet
- Guinea corn
- Sorghum (when referring to the primary cultivated species)
Related Terms (Not Synonyms)
- Cereal grain: A general category that includes .
- Poaceae: The botanical family (grasses) to which belongs.
- Drought-resistant crop: A descriptive term for one of its key agricultural characteristics.
Noun
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important for human and animal food; growth habit and stem form similar to Indian corn but having sawtooth-edged leaves
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