It was grown extensively in Tottori Prefecture until the prosperous time at the beginning of the Showa period, but since it wasn't suitable for modern growing method due to its large ear height, it became distinct in the middle of the Showa period.
昭和初期の隆盛までは同県内で多く栽培されていたが、穂丈が高く、現代の農法にあわず、昭和時代中期になっていったん絶滅。