Oatstraw, also known as avena, is a byproduct of harvesting oats.
Specifically, it is the green grass-like top of the plant referred to as
being in the “milky stage” before the grain has fully ripened. For this
reason, oat straw is often called milky oats.
Powdered oat straw is rich in
vitamins and nutrients and may be added to smoothies and other foods. Ground
oatstraw is also a traditional bath herb used to soften skin and relief
itching from sunburn and other minor irritations.
