Identifying Edible Seeds and Cereals

Nutritious Seeds

• Seeds are rich in nutrients and have many health benefits.
• Some seeds are called cereals, which are mostly grasses and are the most widely cultivated of all crops.

Cereal Grains

• Oats are a cereal grain that can be eaten in various forms, such as flakes, flour, or popped.
• Barley is a cereal grain that grows tall like corn and is used as a livestock feed and turned into ethanol.
• Millet is a traditional grain grown and eaten in the Indian subcontinent, which is rainfed, hardy, and has a low water requirement.
• Maize is a major cereal grain grown in temperate climates globally, used in various forms like soups, salads, and in the making of alcohol.

Nuts

• Kola nut is a nut that was originally used as a source of caffeine in cola drinks.
• Peanut is a nut that is also known as groundnut and belongs to the pea family, grows underground, and is used in various forms.
• Pine nut is a nut that is the edible seed of pine trees, high in chilgoza, and is native to India and Italy.
• Macadamia nut is a nut that is native to Australia, full of healthy fats, and is named after botanist John Macadam.
• Walnuts are a nut that is a good source of fats, protein, and fiber, with round and single-seeded nuts.

Uses

• Sorghum is used as an ingredient in breakfast cereals and fodder for animals, especially poultry and horses.

Test your knowledge of different types of edible seeds and cereals, including their characteristics and uses. From cereal grains to nuts, identify each type of seed and its unique features.