Aegilops speltoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Tausch
Source:
wcs
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Flora 20: 108 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841819
Common Names
- Aegilops speltoides
- Speltoides Goatgrass
- Speltoides Wheat
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aegilops speltoides (also called Spelt-like Aegilops, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to Europe and Asia. It grows in dry, open grasslands and savannas. It has narrow, flat leaves and a short, upright stem.
Uses & Benefits
Aegilops speltoides has been used as a forage crop and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used as a cover crop and for erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Aegilops speltoides sub. ligustica (Savign.) Zhuk.Aegilops speltoides sub. speltoides
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aegilops speltoides has small, yellow flowers, with two seeds in each of its fruits. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aegilops speltoides is a hardy perennial grass that is tolerant of a wide range of soils. It is propagated by seed, which should be planted in early spring. The plant prefers full sun and should be kept well-watered. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Aegilops speltoides
Aegilops speltoides is native to the Mediterranean region, from the Iberian Peninsula to the Middle East.
Aegilops speltoides FAQ
What is Aegilops speltoides?
Aegilops speltoides is a species of grass in the family Poaceae.
Where is Aegilops speltoides found?
Aegilops speltoides is found in Turkey.
What is the growth habit of Aegilops speltoides?
Aegilops speltoides is a perennial grass with a tufted habit.
Species in the Aegilops genus
Aegilops insulae-cypri, Aegilops longissima, Aegilops mutica, Aegilops neglecta, Aegilops peregrina, Aegilops bicornis, Aegilops biuncialis, Aegilops caudata, Aegilops columnaris, Aegilops comosa, Aegilops crassa, Aegilops cylindrica, Aegilops geniculata, Aegilops juvenalis, Aegilops kotschyi, Aegilops searsii, Aegilops sharonensis, Aegilops speltoides, Aegilops tauschii, Aegilops triuncialis, Aegilops umbellulata, Aegilops uniatistata, Aegilops vavilovii, Aegilops ventricosa, Aegilops uniaristata,
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
Ignaz Friedrich Tausch (1793-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tausch' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:384645-1: 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].