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Tef, scientifically known as Eragrostis tef, is an annual graminoid that thrives in the dry and moist environments of Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Tanzania, and Uganda. Tef (Latin: Eragrostis tef, family Poaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Tef is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Tef is a member of the Poaceae family native to DJI, ERI, ETH, KEN, SAU, and SOM. Tef thrives in full sun and can grow in various soil types, from light sandy to medium and heavy clay soils.
Tef grows best in USDA zone 8-11, full sun light, dry, moist water, and annual life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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