Is Hordeum Chilense Barley Free?

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No. Wild barley (hordeum spontaneum / hordeum Chilense ) is the wild form of the grass that gave rise to cereal barley.

Hordeum Chilense and the Barley Free Diet

Wild Barley, scientifically known as Hordeum spontaneum, is a wild grass species that is considered the ancestor of cultivated barley (Hordeum vulgare). It is native to parts of the Middle East and Central Asia. Unlike its cultivated counterpart, wild barley is not widely used in modern agriculture but is studied for its genetic diversity and resilience, which can provide insights for crop improvement.

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