Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
arbusculum
ID:
855012

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gay ex Knoche

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Vagandi Mos. : 272 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000854347

Common Names

  • Brachypodium arbusculum
  • Bushy False Brome
  • Bushy Meadow Grass

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Description

Brachypodium arbusculum (also called Dwarf False Brome, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Europe. It is a tufted grass with erect culms, and its leaves are flat and have a membranous ligule. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Brachypodium arbusculum is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and parks. It is also used for soil stabilization, erosion control, and as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachypodium arbusculum has small, yellow-green flowers which are clustered in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and dark brown, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachypodium arbusculum is a perennial grass native to temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and prefers moist soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-prepared seedbed and lightly covered with soil. Once established, it can be divided and replanted in the spring.

Where to Find Brachypodium arbusculum

Brachypodium arbusculum can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Brachypodium arbusculum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachypodium arbusculum?

Brachypodium arbusculum

What is the common name of Brachypodium arbusculum?

Arborescent Grass

What is the natural habitat of Brachypodium arbusculum?

It is found in open grassland, woodlands, and disturbed areas in tropical and subtropical regions

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-399842: Based on the initial data import
Claude Ray (1800-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gay' in the authors string.
Edward Louis Herman Knoche (1870-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Knoche' in the authors string.