Avena murphyi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ladiz.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Israel J. Bot. 20: 24 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000852066
Common Names
- Murphyi Oat
- Murphyi Avena
- Avena Murphyi
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Avena murphyi (also called Murphy's oat, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to North America. It has a tufted growth habit and grows up to 1.5 feet tall. It is found in dry, open areas such as prairies, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Avena murphyi is used as a forage crop, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used to make flour, beer, and other products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Avena murphyi flowers are small, yellow and grow in clusters. Its seeds are small, oval-shaped and dark brown in color. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Avena murphyi can be propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in a sunny location in late spring or early summer. The soil should be well-drained and fertile. Water the seeds regularly until they germinate. Thin out the seedlings when they are large enough to handle. Transplant the seedlings to their permanent location when they are large enough.
Where to Find Avena murphyi
Avena murphyi can be found in North America.
Avena murphyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Avena murphyi?
Avena murphyi
What is the common name of Avena murphyi?
Murphy's Oat
Where is Avena murphyi native to?
North America
Species in the Avena genus
Avena abyssinica, Avena aemulans, Avena agadiriana, Avena atlantica, Avena barbata, Avena brevis, Avena byzantina, Avena canariensis, Avena chinensis, Avena clauda, Avena eriantha, Avena fatua, Avena longiglumis, Avena magna, Avena murphyi, Avena nuda, Avena prostrata, Avena sativa, Avena saxatilis, Avena sterilis, Avena strigosa, Avena vaviloviana, Avena ventricosa, Avena volgensis, Avena insularis, Avena vilis, Avena scholzii,
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:391603-1: 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].