Bromus orcuttianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vasey
Source:
wcs
Year:
1885
Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 10: 223 (1885)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000856127
Common Names
- Orcutt's Brome
- Orcutt's Meadowgrass
- Orcutt's Meadow Brome
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bromus orcuttianus (also called Orcutt's brome, among many other common names) is an annual grass native to western North America. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, chaparral, and disturbed areas. It has a thin, erect stem, and its leaves are generally flat and lance-shaped. It produces small, reddish-brown flowers in the summer.
Uses & Benefits
Bromus orcuttianus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a forage crop for livestock, and as a soil stabilizer due to its deep root system.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bromus orcuttianus is a small, spike-like inflorescence, with each spikelet containing two to three flowers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped grain. The seedlings are small, with two narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bromus orcuttianus 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 orcuttianus
Bromus orcuttianus is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.
Bromus orcuttianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bromus orcuttianus?
Bromus orcuttianus
What is the common name of Bromus orcuttianus?
Orcutt's brome
What is the habitat of Bromus orcuttianus?
It is found in grasslands, meadows, 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
George Vasey (1822-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vasey' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:37111-2: 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].