Its origin is southern Africa.

Wheatgrass, also known as ice-leaf sunflower, is a unique vegetable originating from Namibia and other places in southern Africa. The growth environment of wheatgrass is quite special. It likes dry and cool climate. It has loose requirements on soil and is tolerant to salt and alkali, but not tolerant to waterlogging. It is rich in nutritional value, has a crisp taste and has certain medicinal value. In recent years, wheatgrass has gradually become a popular vegetable. It can be eaten in a variety of ways, including raw, fried, and soup.