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Millet

Property Specification
Scientific Name Various species, commonly Panicum (e.g., Pearl Millet), Setaria (e.g., Foxtail Millet), Eleusine (e.g., Finger Millet)
Common Names Millet, Pearl Millet, Finger Millet, Foxtail Millet
Seed Size 2-4 mm in diameter
Seed Weight 0.02 - 0.05 grams per seed
Shape Round to oval, small and hard seeds
Color White, yellow, red, brown, or black
Seed Coat Texture Smooth, slightly wrinkled
Panicle Length 20-45 cm (varies by species)
Panicle Shape Loose, compact or branched
Number of Seeds per Panicle 1000-3000 seeds per panicle
Maturity Duration 60-120 days (varies by variety)
Plant Height 60-150 cm (depending on species)
Stem Color Green, reddish, or purple (varies by variety)
Leaf Shape Long, narrow, lanceolate