Twenty-five predominantly asexual and three highly sexual (50% or more sexual) populations of guineagrass (Panicum maximum Jacq.), referred to as asexual and sexual groups for brevity, were studied ...

Phosphoenolpyruvate carboxykinase, EC 4.1.1.32 (PEPCK), was purified 43-fold from the grass Panicum maximum. Michaelis constants (Km) were determined for the exchange reaction, the carboxylation ...

It was introduced into Australia as a fodder grass for cattle and sheep. But it is now also considered a highly invasive major threat to the Australian environment. Guinea grass is found in all ...

Tanzania (Ngindoland): grain gathered in sifting trays held by the harvesters who rub the ripe grass between their palms. The grains are roasted, dried thoroughly, and then pounded. They are then ...

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