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Perennial wild rice (Oryza longistaminata) is a light-loving, moisture-tolerant plant native to regions in Africa, including Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, and Chad. Perennial wild rice (Latin: Oryza longistaminata, family Poaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Perennial wild rice is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Perennial wild rice is a member of the Poaceae family native to ANG, BEN, BOT, BKN, BUR, and CMN. Perennial wild rice thrives in full sun and prefers moist to wet soil, making it suitable for areas with consistent water availability.
Perennial wild rice grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun light, moist, wet, water water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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