セイバンモロコシ
Meanings
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Johnson grass; Egyptian millet
usually written using kana alone
A perennial grass (Sorghum halepense) considered an invasive weed in many regions, but also used as forage. The Japanese name literally means 'Western barbarian sorghum'.
Johnson grass is highly reproductive and can become a problem in farmland.
In this region, Johnson grass is used as fodder.