
- Hindi
- अंजन घास
- Botanical
- Cenchrus ciliaris
- Family
- Poaceae
About the plant
The anjan of dry pasture — a fodder grass that greens the Thar within days of rain.
Growing it
Broadcast before the first rain; it establishes in one shower.
What it is for
Dry-land fodder and grazing restoration.
How to grow
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Water
- Rain only
- Season
- Jun–Jul
- Grows in
- Garden / ground
- Mature size
- 30–90 cm
- First harvest
- Fodder at month three
Broadcast before the first rain; it establishes in one shower.
Traditional uses
Traditionally used — recorded as tradition, not as established effect. The two registers below are kept separate on purpose.
Traditional knowledge
Dry-land fodder and grazing restoration.
Scientific evidence
This record has not yet assessed the research on these uses. Absence of an assessment here is not evidence either way.
Important: Traditional plant use does not replace professional medical advice. Do not treat a condition on the strength of this page — speak to a doctor.
Ecological value
Where it grows in India
- Review
- Not yet reviewed by a named specialist
- Published