Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
strigosa
ID:
853033

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schreb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1771

Citation Micro:
Spic. Fl. Lips. : 52 (1771)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000852368

Common Names

  • Strigose Oat
  • Strigose Avena
  • Strigose Wild Oat

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Description

Avena strigosa (also called Strigose Oat, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to Europe and Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and a short stem. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as meadows and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Avena strigosa 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Avena strigosa var. trichophora (Thell.) E.Morren
Avena strigosa var. solida (Hausskn.) Malzev

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Avena strigosa has a small, yellow flower with awns that are 1-2 cm long. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Avena strigosa is an annual grass that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best propagated by sowing the seeds directly into the soil in early spring. The seeds should be covered lightly with soil and watered regularly. It can also be propagated by division in the spring.

Where to Find Avena strigosa

Avena strigosa can be found in temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Avena strigosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Avena strigosa?

Avena strigosa

What is the common name of Avena strigosa?

Strigose oat

What is the natural habitat of Avena strigosa?

It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and roadsides in Europe, Asia, and North Africa.

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

Johann Christian Daniel von Schreber (1739-1810): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schreb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:391799-1: 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].