Panicoid grasses

Panicoid grasses are a large group of grasses that include important cereal crops like maize (corn), millet, sorghum, and some types of grasses used for grazing and bioenergy. They are characterized by specific structural features in their stems and leaves, and they thrive in warm, tropical, and subtropical regions. These grasses are vital to global agriculture due to their high productivity and adaptability. They play a crucial role in food security, livestock feeding, and renewable energy production. Overall, panicoid grasses are essential components of many ecosystems and agricultural systems around the world.