Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
biuncialis
ID:
842263

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vis.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Fl. Dalmat. : t. 1, f. 2 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841598

Common Names

  • Aegilops biuncialis
  • Two-spike Spelt
  • Two-spike Aegilops

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Description

Aegilops biuncialis (also called Two-rowed Wheatgrass, among many other common names) is a small, annual grass native to Europe and western Asia. It has a short, upright stem and small, narrow leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aegilops biuncialis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long taproot which makes it drought tolerant and can be used to help prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aegilops biuncialis is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a yellow-brown color. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aegilops biuncialis is a perennial grass that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some drought. It is also tolerant of salt and can be grown in coastal areas. It should be cut back in late summer to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Aegilops biuncialis

Aegilops biuncialis is native to parts of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Aegilops biuncialis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aegilops biuncialis?

Aegilops biuncialis

What is the family of Aegilops biuncialis?

Poaceae

What is the common name of Aegilops biuncialis?

Two-rowed goatgrass

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Roberto de Visiani (1800-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vis.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:384562-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].