1. Barley belongs to the genus Panicum of Gramineae and Barley, with three upright stems and smooth leaf sheaths, and two lobes on each side, embracing each other. Ligule membranous, slightly rough leaves. Spikes are yellow-brown or purple-brown when mature, spikelets are linear-lanceolate, short-haired, awn-shaped at the apex, lemma extends at the apex, and there are fine bristles on both sides. Cloves are easy to get rid of prey when they are ripe.

2. It is often cultivated in the northwest and southwest provinces of China. Suitable for growing in the cool climate of plateau. Strong cold tolerance, short growth period, high yield, early maturity and wide adaptability.

3. Highland barley is the main grain, fuel and livestock feed for Tibetan residents in China, and it is also the raw material for producing beer, medicine and health products.