Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
albovii
ID:
846073

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tzvelev

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 8: 16 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000845408

Common Names

  • Albovii Alopecurus
  • Alopecurus Grass
  • Albovii Alopecurus Grass

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Description

Alopecurus albovii (also called Albov's Foxtail, among many other common names) is an annual grass native to Europe and Asia. It grows to a height of 20-50 cm and has a cylindrical, densely hairy inflorescence. It is found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Alopecurus albovii is a grass that is used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used as an ornamental grass and can be used for landscaping. It is also used to make baskets, mats, and other crafts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alopecurus albovii is a small, yellow spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, oval-shaped, yellow-brown grain. The seedlings are small, with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alopecurus albovii is a perennial grass that grows in clumps. It prefers moist soils and is tolerant of both wet and dry conditions. It can be propagated by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-prepared seedbed. Division of the clumps can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Alopecurus albovii

Alopecurus albovii can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Alopecurus albovii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alopecurus albovii?

Alopecurus albovii

What type of plant is Alopecurus albovii?

Grass

Where is Alopecurus albovii found?

Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East

Species in the Alopecurus genus

Alopecurus brachystylus, Alopecurus haussknechtianus, Alopecurus marssonii, Alopecurus plettkei, Alopecurus turicensis, Alopecurus winklerianus, Alopecurus aequalis, Alopecurus albovii, Alopecurus anatolicus, Alopecurus apiatus, Alopecurus arundinaceus, Alopecurus aucheri, Alopecurus baptarrhenius, Alopecurus bonariensis, Alopecurus borii, Alopecurus bornmuelleri, Alopecurus brachystachyus, Alopecurus bulbosus, Alopecurus carolinianus, Alopecurus creticus, Alopecurus dasyanthus, Alopecurus davisii, Alopecurus geniculatus, Alopecurus gerardii, Alopecurus glacialis, Alopecurus heleochloides, Alopecurus himalaicus, Alopecurus hitchcockii, Alopecurus japonicus, Alopecurus laguroides, Alopecurus lanatus, Alopecurus longiaristatus, Alopecurus magellanicus, Alopecurus mucronatus, Alopecurus myosuroides, Alopecurus nepalensis, Alopecurus ponticus, Alopecurus pratensis, Alopecurus rendlei, Alopecurus saccatus, Alopecurus setarioides, Alopecurus textilis, Alopecurus turczaninovii, Alopecurus utriculatus, Alopecurus vaginatus, Alopecurus turicensis, Alopecurus cucullatus, Alopecurus goekyigitianus, Alopecurus alopecuroides, Alopecurus tzvelevii,

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

Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:387009-1: 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].