Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
natalensis
ID:
856769

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
wcs

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 7: 732 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000856104

Common Names

  • Natal Brome
  • Mountain Brome
  • Modena Brome

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Description

Bromus natalensis (also called Natal Brome, among many other common names) is an annual grass species that has a membranous ligule. It is native to Africa and is found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Bromus natalensis is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bromus natalensis is a small, reddish-brown spikelet. The seed is a small, three-sided, reddish-brown grain. The seedlings are small, reddish-brown and have a three-sided shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bromus natalensis is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate moderate shade. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including clay, sand, and loam. It is best to sow the seed in the spring or fall. Division can be done in the spring or fall as well. It is important to keep the soil moist during the establishment period.

Where to Find Bromus natalensis

Bromus natalensis is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Bromus natalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bromus natalensis?

Bromus natalensis

What is the common name of Bromus natalensis?

Natal Brome

What is the habitat of Bromus natalensis?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, pastures, and disturbed areas

Species in the Bromus genus

Bromus commutato-japonicus, Bromus eburonensis, Bromus fischeri, Bromus granatensis, Bromus guetrotii, Bromus hannoveranus, Bromus husnotii, Bromus laagei, Bromus litvinovii, Bromus rosettae, Bromus segoviensis, Bromus aegyptiacus, Bromus alopecuros, Bromus andringitrensis, Bromus anomalus, Bromus araucanus, Bromus arenarius, Bromus aristatus, Bromus arizonicus, Bromus armenus, Bromus arrhenatheroides, Bromus arvensis, Bromus attenuatus, Bromus auleticus, Bromus benekenii, Bromus berteroanus, Bromus biebersteinii, Bromus bikfayensis, Bromus bonariensis, Bromus borianus, Bromus brachyantherus, Bromus brachystachys, Bromus brevis, Bromus briziformis, Bromus bromoideus, Bromus cabrerensis, Bromus carinatus, Bromus catharticus, Bromus cebadilla, Bromus ceramicus, Bromus chrysopogon, Bromus ciliatus, Bromus coloratus, Bromus commutatus, Bromus confinis, Bromus danthoniae, Bromus densus, Bromus diandrus, Bromus dolichocarpus, Bromus elidis,

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

Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:393922-1: 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].