Bromus nepalensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Melderis
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Enum. Fl. Pl. Nepal 1: 125 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000856109
Common Names
- Nepal Brome
- Mountain Brome
- Modena Brome
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bromus nepalensis (also called Nepal Brome, among many other common names) is an annual grass species that has a membranous ligule. It is native to Asia and is found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Bromus nepalensis 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 nepalensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bromus nepalensis 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 nepalensis
Bromus nepalensis is native to Nepal and is found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.
Bromus nepalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bromus nepalensis?
Bromus nepalensis
What is the common name of Bromus nepalensis?
Nepal Brome
What is the habitat of Bromus nepalensis?
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
Aleksandre Melderis (1909-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Melderis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:393926-1: 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].