Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
squarrosa
ID:
851864

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.E.Hubb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1928: 259 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000851199

Common Names

  • Squarrosa Astrebla
  • Astrebla squarrosa
  • Squarrosa Wheat Grass

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Description

Astrebla squarrosa (also called Squarrose Wheatgrass, among many other common names) is a species of perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Astrebla squarrosa is used for soil stabilization, erosion control, and as a source of fodder for livestock. It is also used as a source of honey and wax.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astrebla squarrosa is white with yellow anthers. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astrebla squarrosa is a perennial grass that is native to Australia. It is a hardy plant that is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. The seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position. Division should be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Astrebla squarrosa

Astrebla squarrosa is native to Australia.

Astrebla squarrosa FAQ

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Astrebla squarrosa

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Poaceae

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

Charles Edward Hubbard (1900-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.E.Hubb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:391055-1: 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].