Briza minor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 70 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000854792
Common Names
- Briza minor
- Lesser Quaking Grass
- Lesser Briza
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Briza minor (also called lesser quaking grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Europe and North Africa. It has a tufted habit, with erect stems and narrow leaves. The flowers are borne in a panicle, and are small and greenish-brown in colour. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Briza minor is an ornamental plant that is used to add a decorative touch to gardens and parks. It is also known to have medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments such as coughs, colds, and fever. It is also known to have antioxidant properties which can help protect the body from free radical damage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Briza minor has small, white flowers and small, oblong seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Briza minor is a perennial grass native to Europe and Asia. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by division. It is a low-maintenance plant that is resistant to drought and pests.
Where to Find Briza minor
Briza minor is native to Europe, including the Mediterranean region, and parts of Asia.
Briza minor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Briza minor?
Briza minor
What is the common name of Briza minor?
Lesser Quaking Grass
Where does Briza minor grow?
Briza minor is native to Europe
Species in the Briza genus
Species in the Poaceae family
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References
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:393299-1: 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].