Such a fruit is termed a = caryopsis = or = grain =. From Wordnik.com. [A Handbook of Some South Indian Grasses] Reference
For one thing, the whole grain (caryopsis) contains a high proportion of germ. From Wordnik.com. [6. Pearl Millet: Commercial Types] Reference
As an illustration of the caryopsis, the grain of Andropogon Sorghum may be studied. From Wordnik.com. [A Handbook of Some South Indian Grasses] Reference
The caryopsis consists of an embryo on one side at the base and the endosperm occupies the remaining portion. From Wordnik.com. [A Handbook of Some South Indian Grasses] Reference
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