Grain Sorghum: Broomcorn
(Sorghum bicolor)

Sorghum is an annual plant in the grass family that grows up to 5 m in height. Grain sorghum is a staple crop in many hot dry areas and ranks 5th worldwide among cereal grains. Depending on the variety, sorghum is grown for grain, forage, fuel, fiber, syrup, and sugar. Cleaned grain can be cooked like rice or ground into flour. It is naturally gluten-free.

A traditional source of fiber for brooms and brushes. The stalks, which can grow up to 2 to 5 m tall, can also be used to make paper.